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Arugula (rocket) is a peppery, bold-flavored leafy green with impressive vitamin K and folate content. Its distinctive taste comes from glucosinolates that provide both flavor and potential cancer-fighting properties. High in nitrates for cardiovascular health.
Arugula's spicy, peppery taste comes from isothiocyanates and glucosinolates - sulfur compounds that also have potential health benefits. Older, larger leaves are more pungent than young baby arugula.
Yes, they're the same plant (Eruca sativa). 'Arugula' is the American term from Italian, while 'rocket' is used in British English, Australia, and South Africa.
Store arugula in a plastic bag with a paper towel in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. It wilts quickly, so use soon after purchase. Avoid washing until ready to use.
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