The electric flower is very popular in cocktails.
Edible Flower & Herb
Brazil.
Both the flower and the leaves provoke a multi-sensory experience, including mouth tingling, numbness and increased salivation making it an unusual surprise in both food and drinks.
The leaves and the flowers of paracress have a grassy, slightly sour flavor that's accompanied by a pleasant tingling sensation.
Classic use example
The electric flower is very popular in cocktails.
Paracress leaves and flowers can be used as a garnish in desserts or be mixed in salad and other dishes.
Infusions & Teas
Salads
Desserts
● Harvest individual leaves from the bottom.
● Harvest the fully opened flowers.
● When the plants are too tall, cut them above the nodes. Keep the 2/3 of the plant height.
● Remove yellow and dead leaves.