Whether as a cake, compote, or crumble – rhubarb is in season from April to June and lands on many plates in kitchens. It owes its fruity-sour aroma to malic, citric, and oxalic acids, which is why it's mostly used in sweet dishes. But strictly speaking, rhubarb isn't a fruit at all: botanically, it's considered a vegetable – and it's surprisingly good in savory recipes too.
2-star chef Alexander Herrmann shows you creative recipes and preparation methods for the spring favorite, rhubarb!
Rhubarb Knowledge
Rhubarb is very healthy. Due to its high water content, it is low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These support digestion, the cardiovascular system, and bone health.
The leaves contain a lot of oxalic acid, which gives them their sour taste and makes them unsuitable for consumption.
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The perfect blend of sweetness, acidity, and fruitiness - in the video, Alexander Herrmann shows you step-by-step how to prepare the savory version of rhubarb - as a chutney. Perfect as a culinary highlight at your next barbecue or as a fruity side dish for your next cheese board. See for yourself!
The rhubarb gel prepared by Alexander Herrmann is excellent with cheese, fried chicken, or fish, and turns any dish into a sophisticated highlight. Especially clever: this recipe uses not only the rhubarb stalks but also the peels – they provide an intense color and extra aroma. With Alexander Herrmann's professional tips, you'll master rhubarb gel like in gourmet cuisine.
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GOOD TO KNOW
Color matters: The greener the stalks, the sourer the rhubarb; the redder, the sweeter.
Don't have an ice cream maker at home? No problem! With this recipe, you can whip up delicious instant ice cream in just a few steps. All you need is frozen rhubarb, raspberries, yogurt, powdered sugar, and a blender. For a special flavor note, Alexander Herrmann recommends refining the ice cream with lemon zest.
Learn step-by-step how to prepare the ice cream in the video. Have fun cooking!
