New video episode: Stinging nettle (forage, grow, recipes & sting remedies tested!)


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The latest episode of Untamed Eats is out! In this video, we take you on a deep dive into one of our favorite wild and home-grown veggies: stinging nettle.

Yes, you read that right! Many people don't know that stinging nettle is actually a superfood. It boasts up to 30% protein, is loaded with vitamins and minerals, and also has a wide range of proven medicinal benefits.

In this video, you'll discover:

  • How to find and ID the two common stinging nettle species found in the United States + warnings and poisonous lookalikes;
  • How to harvest and handle stinging nettle with or without gloves;
  • The nutritional and medicinal benefits of stinging nettle;
  • How to grow stinging nettle in your garden;
  • Which plant remedies work best if you get stung (Susan stings Aaron to find out!);
  • How to turn stinging nettle into amazing recipes, along with a visit to see how James Beard-nominated and Michelin-recommended chef Adam Cooke at Topsoil Restaurant in Travelers Rest, SC uses the stinging nettle we grow for him!

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-Aaron and Susan


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