It's everywhere! So we might as well do something with it. Every part of the Kudzu plant is usable. Try young Kudzu leaves in place of spinach. Deep fried Kudzu leaves are like potato chips. Do a pot of rolled stuffed Kudzu leaves instead of using cabbage... Use the root powder in place of cornstarch and for frying squash or other vegetables....... Make Kudzu wine!

Remember, just don't let any of it get loose at your house. You just might regret it.....

Before using these or any kudzu recipe, one would need to be sure that the kudzu you gather is  not sprayed with chemical control agents that may be harmful to humans.

Gather about 30 medium size young kudzu leaves. ( The very big ones have tough center and radiating stem
veins ) . Make sure area has not been sprayed with chemicals to kill the kudzu.

Wash leaves. Drop into salted boiling water. Boil a 2-3 minutes, separating leaves.. Remove to a plate to cool. Remove heavy center stems from the leaves by using a knife and cutting down each side of the stem  to about the middle of the leaf. Push cut together and fill with 1 teaspoon stuffing and roll in the shape of a cigar. Place something in bottom of a large pan so that rolled leaves will not sit directly on the bottom of the pan. I use a round rack that came with my pressure cooker. Soup bones work great.

Arrange kudzu rolls alternately in opposite directions. When all are in the pot, pour in a can diced tomatoes, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 3 cloves of garlic, cut in half. Press down with an inverted dish and add water to reach dish. Cover pot and cook on medium for 30 mins. Add lemon juice and cook 10 mins more.
 

Kudzu Fried Chicken

Dredge chicken breast strips in kudzu powder; dip in lightly beaten egg, and dredge in dry Italian seasoned bread crumbs. Deep-fry in hot oil (350) for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

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