Hinoa Kabu Turnips
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Description/Taste
Hinona Kabu turnips have thin, elongated roots with vibrant purple-red shoulders (the portion which grows above the soil) and bright white tips. The edible leaves are dark green with red veins, growing straight up from the tuber. Hinona Kabu turnips average about one and a half inches in diameter and can grow up to 12 inches in length, though the size can vary depending on climate and time of year. The roots boast a mild spicy and sweet flavor; a mix of turnip with a hint of radish.
Seasons/Availability
Hinona Kabu turnips are available year-round with a peak season from late fall through early spring.
Current Facts
Hinona Kabu turnips are botanically classified as Brassica rapa var. rapifera, and can also be found under the name ‘Turnip of the Sun’ or Long turnip. The Japanese Hinona Kabu turnips are popularly used for making sakurazuke, or ‘cherry blossom’ pickle, named for the color naturally produced once they are pickled. In Japan, Hinona Kabu turnips are known as simply Kabu, in Chinese as Wujing, or Manjing and in Cantonese as Mo ching.
