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Jumbo asparagus are specific varieties of asparagus that are cultivated for their ability to maintain a succulent and firm texture when harvested at maximum maturity. They display many of the same flavor characteristics of pencil and medium asparagus, however they may be quite richer in grassiness. Ideal spears are firm and have the quintessential pistachio green knobby scales and Christmas tree-like tips in tact. When cooked they have a meaty density and an equally lean-rich ratio of grass and butter.
Asparagus is available year-round with a peak season of spring.
Asparagus, botanical name Asparagus officinalis, is a member of the Liliaceae family. It is a perennial plant, which produces edible crops year after year. Jumbo asparagus are the young edible leafless stems of the plant, which emerge from the soil in spring and summer. Jumbo asparagus is sold in uniform sizes according to the diameter of the spears. The thickness varies minimally, marketed at 25 to 30 mm (roughly one inch).
Asparagus is an excellent source of Vitamin C. It also contains a substantial amount of the antioxidants glutathione and rutin, precursors to Vitamin A.
Asparagus spears should be snapped at their natural breaking or bending point. Discard the lower parts as they are more fibrous and woody. Jumbo asparagus can be sauteed, steamed, boiled, baked and fried. Spring ingredients such as morel mushrooms, green garlic, wild ramps, fennel, leeks, young lettuces and citruses are most suitable pairings. Other complimentary ingredients include poached and soft boiled eggs, aged nutty cheeses such as pecorino and alpine cheeses, bacon, sausage, red meat, proscuitto, cream, eggs, butter, shallots, herbs such as thyme, basil and chervil, yeasty breads like sourdough and wheat and grains such as aborio rice, quinoa and farro.
Asparagus is native to most of Europe, northern Africa and western Asia. Though widely found growing wild it is has been cultivated as a vegetable crop for centuries. As it was historically found growing in maritime regions, it prefers sandy weedless soils. The cultivation of asparagus is a long term commitment. Not only does it take two to three years of cultivation to yield a crop, the plants, which grow from a cluster of underground rhizomes, can potentially continue to produce from fifteen to thirty years of harvests. Asparagus plants are prolific growers, creating ten inch spears within 24 hours under ideal growing conditions. You may witness asparagus "growing" once picked. This is because asparagus spears absorb moisture from the air which creates a swelling in size. Plants are insect pollinated and seeds are spread by birds, allowing for domesticated crops to easily escape into wild domain, creating future unpredictable populations. Jumbo asparagus thrives in temperate regions of North America and Western Europe.
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Description/Taste
Jumbo asparagus are specific varieties of asparagus that are cultivated for their ability to maintain a succulent and firm texture when harvested at maximum maturity. They display many of the same flavor characteristics of pencil and medium asparagus, however they may be quite richer in grassiness. Ideal spears are firm and have the quintessential pistachio green knobby scales and Christmas tree-like tips in tact. When cooked they have a meaty density and an equally lean-rich ratio of grass and butter.
Seasons/Availability
Asparagus is available year-round with a peak season of spring.
Current Facts
Asparagus, botanical name Asparagus officinalis, is a member of the Liliaceae family. It is a perennial plant, which produces edible crops year after year. Jumbo asparagus are the young edible leafless stems of the plant, which emerge from the soil in spring and summer. Jumbo asparagus is sold in uniform sizes according to the diameter of the spears. The thickness varies minimally, marketed at 25 to 30 mm (roughly one inch).
Nutritional Value
Asparagus is an excellent source of Vitamin C. It also contains a substantial amount of the antioxidants glutathione and rutin, precursors to Vitamin A.
Applications
Asparagus spears should be snapped at their natural breaking or bending point. Discard the lower parts as they are more fibrous and woody. Jumbo asparagus can be sauteed, steamed, boiled, baked and fried. Spring ingredients such as morel mushrooms, green garlic, wild ramps, fennel, leeks, young lettuces and citruses are most suitable pairings. Other complimentary ingredients include poached and soft boiled eggs, aged nutty cheeses such as pecorino and alpine cheeses, bacon, sausage, red meat, proscuitto, cream, eggs, butter, shallots, herbs such as thyme, basil and chervil, yeasty breads like sourdough and wheat and grains such as aborio rice, quinoa and farro.
Geography/History
Asparagus is native to most of Europe, northern Africa and western Asia. Though widely found growing wild it is has been cultivated as a vegetable crop for centuries. As it was historically found growing in maritime regions, it prefers sandy weedless soils. The cultivation of asparagus is a long term commitment. Not only does it take two to three years of cultivation to yield a crop, the plants, which grow from a cluster of underground rhizomes, can potentially continue to produce from fifteen to thirty years of harvests. Asparagus plants are prolific growers, creating ten inch spears within 24 hours under ideal growing conditions. You may witness asparagus "growing" once picked. This is because asparagus spears absorb moisture from the air which creates a swelling in size. Plants are insect pollinated and seeds are spread by birds, allowing for domesticated crops to easily escape into wild domain, creating future unpredictable populations. Jumbo asparagus thrives in temperate regions of North America and Western Europe.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Creme de la Crepe | San Diego CA | 310-483-2346 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Pier 32 Water Front Grill | National City CA | 619-718-6240 |
| Asti Ristorante | San Diego CA | 619-232-8844 |
| Cloak and Petal | San Diego CA | 619-501-5505 |
| Eddie V's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-459-5500 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar | Oceanside CA | 760-807-7446 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 619-291-1220 |
| Sugar and Scribe | La Jolla CA | 858-274-1733 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| Miguel's Cocina Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 760-759-1843 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 858-273-8440 |
| Blue Ocean La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-999-4073 |
| Creme De La Crepe 2020 | San Diego CA | 619-269-1886 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 2 | Poway CA | 858-397-2922 |
| Yummy Sushi | Coronado CA | 619-435-2771 |
| Rare Society | San Diego CA | 619-501-6404 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Local Tap House & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-547-1469 |
| Park 101 | Carlsbad CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Fortunate Son | San Diego CA | 619-610-9168 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Blue Ocean | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-4959 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-637-2222 |
| WaterBar | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-842-1046 |
| Royal Polaris Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Chart House Restaurant Cardiff | Cardiff-by-the-Sea CA | 760-436-4044 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| Louisiana Purchase | San Diego CA | 716-946-7953 |
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