Kohlrabi (on left) and hinona turnips (on right)This week's CSA contains the outrageous and lovable kohlrabi. Every year, we have CSA members and market customers who pick up this strange, UFO-looking veggie and ask, "What the heck do I do with this?" That's why we're here to help!Below you'll find a recipe and links to a few of our favorite, simple kohlrabi treats. Enjoy and remember, the force is with you.Our featured CSA veggie recipe comes from the wonderful Sonja and Alex of A Couple Cooks blog. KoHLrabi Carrot Fritters with Avocado Cream Sauce - By: a Couple CooksServes: 8 frittersWhat You Need2 kohlrabi1 carrot1 egg¼ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon cayenne½ cup grapeseed or vegetable oil (enough for ¼-inch depth in a large skillet)½ avocado¼ cup plain yogurt½ lemon¼ teaspoon kosher saltGreen onions (for garnish)What To DoCut the leaves off the kohlrabi and peel the bulb. Peel 1 carrot. Shred the vegetables in a food processor, or by hand using a grater. Squeeze the shredded vegetables in a tea cloth (or with your hands) to remove moisture, then add to a medium bowl with 1 egg, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne. Mix to combine.Place ½ cup oil in a large skillet (enough for ¼-inch depth). Heat the oil over medium high heat, then place small patties of the fritter mixture into the oil. Fry on one side until browned, then fry on the other side. Remove and place on a plate lined with a paper towel to drain excess oil.In a small bowl, mix ½ avocado, ¼ cup plain yogurt, juice from ½ lemon, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt to make the avocado cream (or blend the ingredients together in a food processor).Serve fritters with avocado cream and sliced green onions.Notes: These fritters are best eaten warm the day of making; they don't save well. Like anything made with avocado, the avocado cream sauce will become brown after exposure to air. Make sure to cover the surface with plastic wrap when storing.Here are a Few More Kohlrabi Recipes:The Kitchn - Kohlrabi SlawMartha Stewart - Sauteed Kohlrabi with Onions and CreamThe New York Times - Kohlrabi Home Fries
