בּוֹרֵא פְּרִי הָאֲדָמָה
Ha'adamah · Ashkenaz
Nusach
When: Said before eating produce that grows from the ground.
For example: Potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, bananas, strawberries, watermelon.
Food classification can depend on how a food is made, mixtures, and quantity. When unsure, ask a reliable halachic authority.
Opening the siddur…
After eating
Often Borei Nefashos afterward.
The bracha afterward isn't decided only by the bracha before — it can depend on what you ate, how much, and how quickly. An after-bracha is said only after a minimum amount. When unsure, ask your rav.
Review Pending accuracy review: the bracha texts and this food guidance are awaiting review by a qualified person before public launch.