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The reed leaves can be used for wrapping food
Can you eat reeds?
Reed can be seen in our country often grow wild on the banks of the lake and river. But did you know that this widespread sweetgrass can even eat? Below we explain to you which plant parts are edible.
Eat the young sprouts from the reed
When the reeds sprout out in the spring, the sprouts can harvest and prepare them as vegetables. They can be eaten both raw and cooked.
Use the leaves for oriental food
In Asia, numerous dishes are prepared in banana leaves or even reed leaves. After thoroughly cleaning the leaves, precook them until tender. Then you can fill them up with rice, beans or similar, tie them tight with twine and cook until the filling is done.
Eat roots
The roots are also raw and cooked edible and especially popular with outdoor survival activities. They contain a lot of starch and nutrients and are thus an ideal wild vegetables.