Tag: Celeriac flavor

While it may not win any beauty contests, the knobby, brown exterior of celeriac, also known as celery root, hides a surprisingly delicious and complex flavor profile. A common misperception is that it simply tastes like celery, but its true taste offers a mild, nutty, and slightly peppery flavor that changes depending on how it's prepared.

Celeriac, despite its knobby appearance, is a variety of the same plant species as common celery. This shared lineage is the primary reason why celeriac tastes like celery, although the root vegetable has a nuttier, earthier, and more concentrated flavor. These differences arise from selective breeding and which part of the plant is harvested for consumption.