Sweet and sour wild garlic

4 servings

30 minutes

Sweet and sour ramson is a refined dish of European cuisine that reveals the delicate taste of a spring delicacy. Ramson, known for its fresh garlic notes, gains caramel softness here thanks to the combination of honey and sherry vinegar. Olive oil adds noble velvetiness while freshly ground black pepper provides a spicy sharpness. Historically, ramson is valued as one of the first spring vegetables, symbolizing renewal and the awakening of nature. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or side dish for meat and fish, complementing them with a complex flavor balance. It can be served hot or warm, enjoying the harmony of sweet and sour tones that caress the palate and leave a pleasant aftertaste. Simple to prepare yet elegant in presentation—it will be an exquisite addition to your table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 185.9
• Proteins: 0.7g
• Fats: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 12g

Ingredients

• Wild garlic: 30 stem
• Salt: to taste
• Olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Sherry vinegar: 3 tbsp
• Transparent honey: 3 tbsp
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the ramsons well, removing the leaves. Leave only the stems.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wild garlic: 30 stems

2. Heat olive oil in a pan, add the ramson stems, and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Wild garlic: 30 stems

3. Then add honey and vinegar, mix, reduce the heat, and cook for about 3-5 minutes until the stems caramelize.

   Required ingredients:

   • Transparent honey: 3 tablespoons
   • Sherry vinegar: 3 tablespoons

4. Serve hot or warm, sprinkled with black pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste