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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Description/Taste
Indian shallot is a member of the Allium or Onion family and is known in Hindi as Gandhana pyaz. The outer skin of the Indian shallot is covered in a paper thin layer, that is easy to peal and has a football-like shape. Once the outer skin is removed, the inner flesh of the shallot in tinged with red and purple hues. Mainly used as a flavoring for curries, the Indian shallot offers a mild onion flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Indian shallot can be found year-round in local Indian markets.
