{"product_id":"topinambur-helianthus-tuberosus","title":"Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) - The diabetic tuber","description":"\u003cp\u003eJerusalem artichoke – nutritious root vegetable with a nutty taste and valuable ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants grow over 3 meters tall and delight with their autumn blossoms as short-day bloomers. Thanks to their high inulin content, they are ideal for a conscious diet and especially suitable for diabetics. Harvesting takes place from early winter, after the foliage has died back. Available in two varieties: white and red tubers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as planting material. From 500 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable from November 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003eThe Jerusalem artichoke (\u003cem\u003eHelianthus tuberosus\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as sunchoke, earth apple, or Indian potato, belongs to the daisy family and is closely related to the sunflower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost all parts of the plant are usable, with the underground tubers being particularly prized culinarily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEdible Plant Parts \u0026 Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Tubers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, nutty, and finely aromatic (reminiscent of a mixture of artichoke, chestnut, and parsnip).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tubers are extremely versatile. They can be used raw (thinly sliced) in \u003cstrong\u003esalads\u003c\/strong\u003e, but are also excellent for cooking, baking, frying, or for creamy soups and purees. Since the skin is very thin, they usually only need to be thoroughly scrubbed before preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Flowers and Aerial Parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e The beautiful yellow flowers that appear in autumn are also edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The petals can be used as a decorative addition to salads or as a garnish. While the stems and leaves are not poisonous, they are rarely used in cooking due to their rough texture, but can be dried and used as a tea base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Important Health Information: Inulin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike potatoes, Jerusalem artichoke tubers store their energy not as starch, but in the form of \u003cstrong\u003einulin\u003c\/strong\u003e, a soluble dietary fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood for blood sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Since inulin hardly affects blood sugar levels, Jerusalem artichoke is particularly popular among diabetics (hence the name \"diabetic potato\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inulin can lead to flatulence in sensitive individuals or when consumed in unaccustomedly large quantities, as it is only fermented in the large intestine. It is advisable to start with small portions or prepare the tubers with digestion-promoting herbs such as caraway or fennel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek","offers":[{"title":"Red tubers 500 grams","offer_id":55424510886273,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"White tubers 500 grams","offer_id":55424510919041,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red tubers 1kg","offer_id":55424510951809,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"White tubers 1kg","offer_id":55424510984577,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/6332\/3777\/files\/480957648_10227123090598681_1040821087438118978_n_645e965c-636e-4883-b729-476bf110902c.jpg?v=1773425517","url":"https:\/\/pflanzenwelten-heinek.de\/en\/products\/topinambur-helianthus-tuberosus","provider":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}