Palm Hearts

[Sutra]

I love palm and use them to add to many salads but I was wondering if there are any recipes out there that call for cooked palm hearts or anything other than salads even. Thanks in advance.

[dazaga]

I'm not familiar with cooking with palm - where do you get it, and is it from the palm tree or something different? Sorry for an ignorant question :-), I'd like to learn.

[Sutra]

I should have been more specific. Sorry. Palm hearts are available in the US in mostly cans but can sometimes be found fresh in Latin neighborhoods. They are a fibrous stalk from the center of some palm trees with a mild flavor that can be added to salads. They have an interesting texture and absorb the flavors of other ingredients such as dressings. They are a good source of protein but do contain a high level of sodium especially when canned. There are other vitamins and such but I'm not familiar with nutritional info.

[dazaga]

Thanks for the info! I'll have to look for it next time I'm in town.