Kohlrabi

Definition

A cruciferous vegetable that resembles a cabbage with a thick, bulbous stem just above ground, ranging in color from pale green to purple. Both the bulb and leaves are edible and have a mild, slightly sweet cabbage-like flavor.

Example Usage

I roasted the kohlrabi until it was tender and tossed it with olive oil and garlic for a delicious side dish.

Origin

From German 'Kohlrabi,' combining 'Kohl' (cabbage) and 'Rabi' (turnip), literally 'cabbage-turnip.'

Fun Fact

Kohlrabi is sometimes called 'German turnip' or 'space cabbage' because of its unusual appearance, and it's particularly popular in Asian cuisines.

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