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Jumbo Asparagus
Inventory, 11 lbs : 78.82
This item was last sold on : 07/25/24
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.
Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
Saiko Sushi-Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
Fairmont Grand Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-314-1975 |
Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
Vi At La Jolla Village | San Diego CA | 858-646-7700 |
Fish Market Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-755-2277 |
Food by Chef Ty | Vista CA | 424-278-8626 |
Kona Kai Resort and Marina | San Diego CA | 619-221-8000 |
Love Boat Sushi-Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-721-3737 |
Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
Blue Ocean Sushi & Grill (UTC) | San Diego CA | 858-886-9909 |
The Seabird Resort | Oceanside CA | 951-704-9703 |
BFD-Big Front Door | San Diego CA | 619-723-8183 |
Parisien Gourmandises | La Jolla CA | 858-352-6552 |
Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
Alexander's on 30th | San Diego CA | 858-774-3062 |
Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-954-3063 |
The Remy | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
Parkhouse Eatery | San Diego CA | 619 295 7275 |
La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
Blue Whale | La Jolla CA | 808-868-8639 |
L Orangerie | Coronado CA | 619-571-3367 |
US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
California English | San Diego CA | 727-515-0362 |
Sugar and Scribe | La Jolla CA | 858-274-1733 |
The Santaluz Club Inc - Bistro Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-759-3150 |
WineSellar & Brasserie | San Diego CA | 858-450-9557 |
Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 508-320-6644 |
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe (Banquet) | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
Manhattan of La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0700 |
Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
Boujiemana | San Diego CA | 415-710-0510 |
Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 619-795-9135 |
InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
Blue Ocean | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-4959 |
The Handmade Chef Meal Prep Co. | San Diego CA | 619-368-3705 |
Ridgeview Health Center | San Diego CA | 858-293-3950 |
Trust Restaurant | San Diego CA | 609-780-7572 |
Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
Candor | La Jolla CA | 858-581-2205 |
Black Raill Kitchen + Bar | Carlsbad CA | 619-454-9182 |
One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
Giuseppe Restaurants & Fine Catering | San Diego CA | 619-436-7006 |
Thai One On | Carlsbad CA | 760-500-8674 |
Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
Mister A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 760-637-5121 |
Portside Pier (Ketch Tasting Deck) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
Jalisco Cantina | Carlsbad CA | 619-204-5945 |
Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
Mission Pacific | Oceanside CA | 760-450-7864 |
La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
Harney Sushi | San Diego CA | 619-295-3272 |
Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 310-955-6333 |
Barrel & Board | San Diego CA | 619-902-4646 |
Sheraton Carlsbad (Banquets) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
Wolf In the Woods | San Diego CA | 619-851-7275 |
Farmers Bottega | San Diego CA | 619-306-8963 |
Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 858-245-6146 |
Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
Solana Beach Kitchen | Solana Beach CA | 610-717-7217 |
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
Eddie V's La Jolla - EV# 8511 | La Jolla CA | 858-459-5500 |
InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
Graze | San Diego CA | 619-839-9852 |
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