Creeping saxifrage

Saxifraga stolonifera

leaf

Round, downy leaves fried in tempura on one side only: white on top, green underneath.

Origin

China and Japan

Where to find it

In Japanese gardens, on damp, shady low walls; in Europe, it is sold as a rock-garden plant.

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The leaves are washed and dried well, and only one side is dipped in batter before frying for a minute.

Molecules

Beta-carotene (vitamin A) · Lutein and zeaxanthin · Vegetable nitrates · Chlorophyll

Did you know?

Its Japanese name means “under the snow”: the fried leaf, white on green, looks the part.