Hedgerow SaladOrigin: Ancient Period: Traditional |
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Though little evidence about the vegetables eaten by the ancient peoples of Britain survive we do know from pollen evidence that all the ingredients below existed in Britain during ancient times. It's hard to conceive that these hedgerow and woodland plants weren't eaten as a free source of food. The recipe itself is modelled on an Elizabethan recipe but with several changes. This is really a springtime salad as many of the ingredients are only truly available in the spring. Ingredients:
sheep's sorrel leaves picked and coarsely chopped (as sorrel contains oxalic acid which is mildly toxic use sparingly or substitute with cultivated sorrel) As always, if you're not completely certain in recognizing a wild plant, do not pick it. However, this basic guide to wild edible plants is provided as a basic guide. 
Method:PreparationPreparation is simply a case of washing the leaves and flowers, adding to a bowl and tossing to mix them thoroughly. Sprinkle with the hazelnuts and then serve. |
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