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    Published: Apr 15, 2023 by Stephanie Gravalese · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Foraging for Field Garlic

    As early spring approaches, it's time to think about perennial weeds that appear late in the fall. These weeds can be foraged and used in cooking, providing a delicious and nutritious addition to your meals. One such weed is allium vineale, green onion weed, wild onion grass, or field garlic.

    person holding a piece of wild onion with left hand. The background is hundreds of foraged wild garlic heads, cloves and leaves

    Identifying and Foraging Allium Vineale

    Wild garlic is a common lawn weed that grows in winter with long, slender hollow leaves similar to chives. Foraging this plant is best done in early spring before it flowers. The whole plant, including bulbs, stems, and leaves, can be used in various dishes, adding a strong garlic flavor. Harvesting this plant involves digging up the whole plant or pulling off the stalk. To forage this plant, start by loosening the soil with a wide trowel or small hand shovel and removing the entire plant.

    Foraging Tips

    Foraging for weeds can be a fun and rewarding experience, but doing so safely and sustainably is essential. Only pick from areas not treated with pesticides or other chemicals when foraging. Also, only take what you need, leaving some for others and for the plant to grow and propagate.

    Cooking with Field Garlic

    Both allium vineale and field garlic have a strong garlic flavor that can add depth and complexity to many dishes. The leaves of these plants are best eaten raw and can be used to add flavor to salads, soups, and stews. The bulbs of the plants can be sautéed, roasted, or grilled and used as a substitute for regular onions or garlic. These weeds can also make pesto, dips, and spreads.

    While some may consider field garlic a weed, it can be a great addition to your meals if foraged and appropriately prepared. So next time you see these plants popping up in your lawn or garden, consider harvesting them for a tasty and nutritious treat.

    Field Garlic Recipes

    Warm Potato Salad with Field Garlic & Spruce Vinegar

    This warm potato salad recipe is packed with flavor! Field garlic greens and spruce vinegar add an unexpected dimension of flavor to the dish.

    Field Garlic Herbed Butter

    This garlic herbed butter uses foraged field garlic, an early spring plant that has a potent flavor! It's great on garlic bread, with veggies or on top of pasta.

    Field Garlic Sourdough Discard Crackers Recipe

    These sourdough discard crackers with field garlic are a delicious homemade treat. You can eat them for breakfast with your favorite toppings, add some cheese, and serve them with a salad for an easy lunch.

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