Harshuf -- Artichoke Stalks
I come from a Moroccan background where they prepare a dish call 'Harshuf'. The name is from the main ingredient stalks of the artichoke plant. It is cooked with lemon and chicken.
Does anyone know what artichoke stalks are called in the US?
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Cardoon is what I am looking for. Thanks to Jefromi for supplying the answer in the comments.
P.S. from Jefromi: according to the Wikipedia article linked above, it's also called artichoke thistle, cardone, cardoni, carduni or cardi.
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Answer 2
The correct name of Harshuf in English is Cardone. It's usually sold in farmer's markets. Here is a website where you might be able to get it: www.oceanmist.com.
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