The Florida Chef

Jerusalem Artichoke Jerusalem Artichokes are a knobby root that is a member of the sunflower family. Sometimes it is referred to as a Sunchoke. It is not related to the artichoke, or to the city of Jerusalem. It produces flowers that resemble yellow daisies. The Jerusalem artichoke plant is 6 to 12 feet tall. It bears a knobby root that is 3 to 4 inches in long, and 1 to 2 inches in diameter. The root looks like a ginger root. The flesh is crisp and juicy, and has a delicate flavor. The flavor of a Jerusalem artichoke is similar to an artichoke. It has beige skin which is edible. The Jerusalem artichoke is a native vegetable to the United States. It grew wild in the Northern United