19th
Ramps and Fiddleheads
I love ramps! I’ve been on a hunt for ramps all weekend, and I finally got my hands on some today. Others at the Park Slope Food Coop also rejoiced with me. It’s a little ridiculous that a stinky green plant can bring so much joy to food snobs.
I’d never had fiddleheads before, so I had to try them. I have to admit that their appearance freaks me out.
Verdict: Fiddleheads are just ok. I overcooked them a little, because I was really concerned about killing any lurking bacteria. But, ramps are delicious and are totally worth the hunt.
I have memories of eating ramp kimchi. When I was young, my mom would forage in the forest preserve while I rollerbladed around the trails. I’m not sure if that’s where she picked up the ramps, but it’s a possibility. I made some ramp pickles according to this David Chang recipe. They need to sit in the brine overnight, so I have to wait to try these!
