Only one minor league baseball mascot is better than our beloved Mr. Celery, according to USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice ...

From celery leaves to carrot tops, the stalks, leaves, peels, and tops of fruits and vegetables are often tossed aside ...

But celery deserves better. Whether raw, roasted, braised or blitzed into a punchy dressing, it’s a vegetable that works across all seasons. And yes, those leafy tops are worth keeping too.

On a high heat, heat the oil in a large wok. Add the garlic, ginger, star anise, cinnamon and the sliced leafy stems of celery, reserve the celery leaves for a garnish. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.