Herbs · Fresh
Purslane
Also called verdolagas, baqleh, glistrida, postelein
Succulent leaves and stems with a juicy, lemony crunch; for fattoush, Turkish yoghurt salads, Mexican verdolagas with pork and Greek salads.
What can replace it
- T3 · In a pinchBaby spinach
Mild and soft; add lemon juice.
- T3 · In a pinchSorrel
Much more sour; soft, not succulent. (use 0.5× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchWatercress
Peppery, missing the juicy, lemony crunch.
Cook with Purslane