These are Jerusalem artichoke sunflower tubers, which are similar in taste to potatoes. The elongated tubers with a wrinkled surface and thin skin resemble a ginger root in shape. You may also know Jerusalem artichoke under the name Jewish potatoes or Jerusalem artichokes. Their length is around 7-10 cm and the color varieties range from white, through red and purple to brown.

Jerusalem artichoke tubers are prepared similarly to potatoes. Their taste is noticeably sweeter with a slight nutty touch. They can be prepared in many ways, by baking, stewing, raw in salads. Jerusalem artichoke soup is also very popular, the simple recipe of which can be found below.

Jerusalem artichokes are very suitable for diabetics because they do not contain starch, which is abundant in potatoes. Of the vitamins and minerals, they mainly contain iron, silicon, potassium and vitamins B and C.

It originally comes from the subtropical and tropical regions of America. The name Jerusalem artichoke is derived from the name of the South American Indian tribe of the Tupinamba, from whom it was acquired in the 16th century by French sailors and colonists in Brazil.