Gratin dauphinois with Sunchokes
Gratin dauphinois with Sunchokes is a rich, creamy baked dish from the Dauphiné region of France, traditionally made with thinly sliced potatoes and cream. This variation incorporates earthy, nutty sunchoke (Jerusalem artichoke) tubers, adding a unique depth of flavor and texture to the classic comfort food.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-fat, high-carbohydrate dish, providing a good source of energy, potassium, and dietary fiber from the sunchokes. A typical serving contains roughly 350-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 4.5 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 550 mg |
| Vitamin A | 220 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 160 mg |
| Selenium | 10 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sunchokes are not related to artichokes but are the root of a sunflower species, valued for their inulin content, a prebiotic fiber that can support gut health. The dish is a luxurious example of French provincial cooking, where simple, local ingredients are transformed through slow baking.
