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What does salsify mean?

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Noun
  1. (countable, uncountable) Any of several flowering plants, of the genus Tragopogon, most of which have purple flowers.
    1. Tragopogon porrifolius, a plant with linear leaves; cultivated for its light-skinned edible root and herbal properties. Known in particular as "white salsify" among other common names
  2. (countable, uncountable) Scorzonera hispanica, a plant similar in flavor to T. porrifolius, with lanceolate leaves; cultivated for its dark-skinned edible root. Known in particular as "black salsify" among other common names
  3. (uncountable) The edible root of these plants.
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In a skillet, soften the salsify in the butter until they lightly caramelize.
Duck breast is pan-roasted golden as schnitzel and encircled by a cherry jus and caramelized salsify.
Like salsify, burdock root discolors quickly when the flesh is exposed to air, a reaction that can be slowed by the immersion of the cut root in acidulated water.
The young leaves of black salsify are also edible, but at present, do not appear on the vegetable in markets.
November's bounty, in case you've misplaced your Farmer's Almanac, includes sunchoke, salsify, Meyer lemons, and spaghetti squash.
Its delicate, slightly sweet flavour is reminiscent of salsify or globe artichoke.

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