Why Does Celeriac Taste Like Celery? Unpacking a Root Vegetable's Flavor
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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.
