Color and texture are just as important as flavor, and these vegetables can make a big difference.

Even common greens, like spinach, are misunderstood. As a group, they are overlooked, but they add so much flavor.

It gives it a flavor and texture that's outrageous.

Think mushrooms with greens. You don't clean and slice mushrooms until you're ready to use them. Same goes for these vegetables.

Catfish has a nice firm texture and mild flavor.

It isn't the flavor of coconut that troubles me, but the texture I feel as if I'm chewing on a sweetened cuticle.