Fried Celery Root
3 servings
20 minutes
Fried celery root is a gourmet dish of European cuisine that transforms a simple vegetable into a fragrant delicacy. Celery, with its slightly nutty flavor, takes on a rich caramel hue after frying. Lemon juice enhances its freshness, while duck fat adds a velvety texture. Spicy seasonings—turmeric, adjika, garlic—unveil the depth of flavor, creating a piquant composition. Aromatic rosemary adds refined woody notes. This dish is perfect as a side for meat or as a standalone treat for gourmets. Fried to a golden crust, celery tempts with its crunchiness and its rich taste makes it a true gastronomic find. A wonderful choice for those seeking original ways to enjoy vegetables.
1
Clean the celery root and cut it in half.
- Celery root: 600 g
2
Slice thinly and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Lemon: 1 piece
3
Add duck fat and mix.
- Duck fat: 1 tablespoon
4
Season with dry garlic.
- Ground dried garlic: 0.5 teaspoon
5
Add turmeric.
- Turmeric: 1 teaspoon
6
Add dry adjika. Mix.
- Dry adjika: 1 teaspoon
7
Heat olive oil in a pan.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
8
Place the celery in oil and salt it.
- Celery root: 600 g
- Sea salt: to taste
9
Add rosemary leaves. Fry on high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Rosemary: 1 sprig
10
After 10–12 minutes, transfer to a plate and serve.