What are good celery root subsitutions?

It depends on how you're using it. For soups or stews, you can get by with turnips or parsnips. Chuncks of celery ribs might do. Perhaps even carrots if their flavor isn't a problem. read more

In the UK I do not know it as celery root at all, and people might search for celeriac, as it a reasonably common ingredient. – Orbling Mar 27 '11 at 12:21 Added celeriac as a tag. read more

The root is related to celery and has the flavor of celery and parsley. The peeled root can be sliced thin, julienned and used fresh in a salad, or the root can be boiled or steamed. Additionally, the root can be boiled and pureed with potatoes or cut into pieces and added to soups and stews. read more

Chinese celery or kinchay can be substituted for celery in cooked dishes, but Chinese celery has a stronger flavor than regular celery. Chinese celery is often used in stir-fries and soups where its strong flavor is an advantage. Jicama is a root vegetable common in Mexico. Cardoon is a thistle-like plant that is related to artichokes. read more