Patrice Fortier is the founder of La société des plantes in Kamouraska, Québec. Since 2001, La société des plantes has specialised in cultivating and selling seeds for plants, flowers, vegetables and fruits that may have been overlooked in the modern world…a treasure trove to discover and grow. He also offers monthly Ateliers Gourmands between May and October, which offer a guided visit of the gardens and terrain, followed by a generous feast to discover and celebrate the fruits of the season!
Ready in: 20 minutes + harvesting time
Serves: A small party, depending on the number of roots you harvest.
Ingredients
- Skirrets
- Canola or coconut oil
- Salt
Method
- Harvest the roots either in May after the snow melts, or in October when the nights become cold again. The roots can be stored in the refrigerator for several months. Choose the plumpest roots and brush them under cool water.
- Pat them dry, then brush them with a little canola or coconut oil. Sprinkle with salt, and bake in a very hot oven at 425°F on parchment paper, or use the air fry function.
- 15 to 20 minutes maximum!
