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Celery is a very useful vegetable to have on hand as it can be added to a variety of dishes and made into easy snacks by itself. Here are some suggestions for using celery.
Steps
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1Select the celery. Celery should be firm, crisp, and not wilted when purchased. Avoid any blemished stalks or cracked stalks. Store in the fridge in a plastic bag or with the tail end sitting in a little water.[1]
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2Enjoy celery raw. Both the stalks and the leaves are edible. Add chopped celery to salads or as sticks with dips. For the kids, spread nut butter into the centre of the stalk and place sultanas at even intervals, to make "ants on a log".[2]
- Remove the stringy parts if you find that the stalks are too tough.
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3Stir-fry celery. Add celery to your stir-fry for a crunchy, tasty improvement. Slice it on an angle, about finger length for inclusion.[3]
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4Turn celery into soup. Celery soup is creamy and nutritious, and is very warming on cold days. It goes perfectly with crunchy bread or toast.[4]
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5Add celery to stews and casseroles. It's a delicious addition that helps to make the vegetables go further.
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6Use the celery leaves. Celery leaves can be used for various dishes, to add flavour. Use in stock, broth, soup, or in salads. Celery leaves also make great garnishes.[5]
- Use them to flavor and garnish a fish.
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QuestionHow do I dice celery?
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Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerWash the celery first, then place on a chopping board. Cut the root and leaves off the stem of the celery and remove any loose strings. Place the stems onto the chopping board and slice lengthwise into 3 to 4 pieces of an even length. Then slice the long strips crosswise and you will have diced celery. For more help, with images, see: How to Cut Celery.
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QuestionIs safe to make celery tea?
Community AnswerOf course it is safe to make celery tea, but if you want to consume all of the nutritional values, just eat it. -
QuestionWhat is the best celery to grill?
Community AnswerFirm and crisp celery stalks are the best to grill. -
QuestionCan celery be eaten raw?Community AnswerYes, as long as you wash it before eating.
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QuestionCan I fry celery together with beef?
SunstahCommunity AnswerYes, that is a great combination. You can stir-fry the beef first until brown and then set aside. Afterwards, stir-fry the celery, and later combine the two. -
QuestionCan I make celery soup without garlic?
Community AnswerYes, you can. -
QuestionCan I eat celery leaves and steaks?
TorpiTop AnswererYes, both the leaves and stalks are edible. If you are using both in the same cooked recipe, add the stalks when you add other vegetables like carrots, but save the leaves for about 5 minutes before the end. -
QuestionCan I eat celery without peeling it?TorpiTop AnswererYou sure can - as a matter of fact, peeling celery is unusual and would not achieve much. Just be sure to wash it.
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QuestionIs celery good for a diet?TorpiTop AnswererYes, celery is very good for most diets (although it is not Atkins or keto-friendly).
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QuestionCan I roast celery?Community AnswerYou can roast celery. Just wash thoroughly, chop into 1 inch pieces toss with salt and oil and roast on high temperature for 20-25 minutes.
Things You'll Need
- Celery
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References
- ↑ https://www.myfearlesskitchen.com/how-to-choose-store-celery/
- ↑ https://fruitsandveggies.org/stories/top-10-ways-to-enjoy-celery/
- ↑ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a39353/gingery-chicken-spinach-stir-fry-recipe/
- ↑ https://www.feastingathome.com/celery-soup/
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/celery-leaves-deserve-far-more-attention-the-vegetable-butcher-219994
About This Article
To use celery, try eating the stalks raw on their own or as sticks for a dip. You can also eat the leaves by adding them to a salad. If you'd prefer cooked celery, try adding some to a stir-fry or some soup. Or, mix celery in with a stew or casserole. For leftover celery leaves, you can use them to garnish your favorite dishes, like fish. To learn how to tell if celery is still good to eat, keep reading!
