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Baby broccoli produces smaller central heads with longer, thinner stalks than heading broccoli. Several stalks emerge from the central head once it has been harvested and the plant continues to produce dozens of side shoots of nearly equal size over an extended period. The thin stalks are 5 to 9 centimeters long topped with loose florets. Baby broccoli has a tender texture and offers a mild, sweet flavor with subtle bitter notes. The entire plant is edible.
Baby broccoli are available in the winter and through late spring months.
Baby broccoli, also known as Sprouting Calabrese broccoli, is scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. italica. Broccoli comes in two common forms: Sprouting broccoli and heading broccoli, which is also known as cauliflower broccoli, as its shape resembles the same dense curd shape as cauliflower. Baby broccoli is often confused for broccolini, which is a hybrid of two Brassica species and is unrelated to the heirloom, Italian Calabrese broccoli variety.
Baby broccoli is a great source of vitamins A, C and K and is a good source of folate, B-complex vitamins, iron and manganese. It is also a source of potassium, fiber, protein and calcium, copper, selenium, magnesium, and trace amounts of zinc and sodium. The cruciferous vegetable also contains beneficial antioxidants in the forms of carotenoids, phytonutrients and the flavonoids lutein and zeaxanthin.
Baby broccoli is prepared much like heading broccoli and is sautƩed, steamed, roasted, grilled and fried. The stalks and florets are more tender than heading broccoli and cook faster. They are used raw as an appetizer, dipped in sauces or hummus or grilled and wrapped with prosciutto. Stalks are cut into shorter lengths and added to pasta and risotto dishes or used as pizza toppings. Baby broccoli pairs well with garlic, dried chiles, butter, light-bodied vinegars, lemon, cured meats, and flaky white fish. Baby broccoli can be blanched and pureed for soups, sauces and dips. The sprouting florets can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, while blanched florets can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Broccoli means ālittle sproutsā in Italian. In Italy, the word broccoli is used to refer to the floral shoots on any type of brassica plant, including cabbages and turnips.
Baby broccoli is native to Italy but has its origins in the western Mediterranean region and Middle East. The variety is named for the Italian province of Calabria, where it is a part of many local dishes. Italian immigrants brought seeds for Sprouting broccoli to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries where a commercial market was eventually established. Baby broccoli is commonplace in Italy and at farmers markets and some grocers in the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Europe and the United States. In Italy and Britain, Baby broccoli is sold under the name Calabrese broccoli or Sprouting broccoli.
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Description/Taste
Baby broccoli produces smaller central heads with longer, thinner stalks than heading broccoli. Several stalks emerge from the central head once it has been harvested and the plant continues to produce dozens of side shoots of nearly equal size over an extended period. The thin stalks are 5 to 9 centimeters long topped with loose florets. Baby broccoli has a tender texture and offers a mild, sweet flavor with subtle bitter notes. The entire plant is edible.
Seasons/Availability
Baby broccoli are available in the winter and through late spring months.
Current Facts
Baby broccoli, also known as Sprouting Calabrese broccoli, is scientifically classified as Brassica oleracea var. italica. Broccoli comes in two common forms: Sprouting broccoli and heading broccoli, which is also known as cauliflower broccoli, as its shape resembles the same dense curd shape as cauliflower. Baby broccoli is often confused for broccolini, which is a hybrid of two Brassica species and is unrelated to the heirloom, Italian Calabrese broccoli variety.
Nutritional Value
Baby broccoli is a great source of vitamins A, C and K and is a good source of folate, B-complex vitamins, iron and manganese. It is also a source of potassium, fiber, protein and calcium, copper, selenium, magnesium, and trace amounts of zinc and sodium. The cruciferous vegetable also contains beneficial antioxidants in the forms of carotenoids, phytonutrients and the flavonoids lutein and zeaxanthin.
Applications
Baby broccoli is prepared much like heading broccoli and is sautƩed, steamed, roasted, grilled and fried. The stalks and florets are more tender than heading broccoli and cook faster. They are used raw as an appetizer, dipped in sauces or hummus or grilled and wrapped with prosciutto. Stalks are cut into shorter lengths and added to pasta and risotto dishes or used as pizza toppings. Baby broccoli pairs well with garlic, dried chiles, butter, light-bodied vinegars, lemon, cured meats, and flaky white fish. Baby broccoli can be blanched and pureed for soups, sauces and dips. The sprouting florets can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, while blanched florets can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Broccoli means ālittle sproutsā in Italian. In Italy, the word broccoli is used to refer to the floral shoots on any type of brassica plant, including cabbages and turnips.
Geography/History
Baby broccoli is native to Italy but has its origins in the western Mediterranean region and Middle East. The variety is named for the Italian province of Calabria, where it is a part of many local dishes. Italian immigrants brought seeds for Sprouting broccoli to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries where a commercial market was eventually established. Baby broccoli is commonplace in Italy and at farmers markets and some grocers in the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Europe and the United States. In Italy and Britain, Baby broccoli is sold under the name Calabrese broccoli or Sprouting broccoli.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| Wrench and Rodent | Oceanside CA | 760-840-1976 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 65 days ago, 2/01/20 Sharer's comments : Baby broccoli in season now. The cuteness abounds. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 68 days ago, 1/29/20 Sharer's comments : Sweet sweet baby broccoli in house 
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesFresno, CA 559-313-6676 About 110 days ago, 12/18/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful, sweet and tender baby broccoli 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Kong Thao
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesFresno, CA 1-559-367-4165 About 114 days ago, 12/14/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Baby Broccoli in season now from Kong Thao 
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Two peas in a Pod
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesArroyo Grande, CA 1-805-748-0057 About 117 days ago, 12/11/19 Sharer's comments : Sweet and Tasty Baby Broccoli from Two Peas in a Pod 
Mar Vista Farmers Market
Chao - Fresno Evergreen
Near Venice, California, United States559-385-4959 About 120 days ago, 12/08/19 
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesFresno, CA 559-313-6676 About 138 days ago, 11/20/19 Sharer's comments : Awweee Yeeaaahh 
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Fresno Evergreen Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesFresno, CA 1-559-385-4959 About 145 days ago, 11/13/19 Sharer's comments : It's cooling down 
Rungis
Near Zwijndrecht, South Holland, NetherlandsAbout 151 days ago, 11/07/19 Sharer's comments : Bimi aka baby broccoli. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 152 days ago, 11/06/19 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Baby Broccoli from the Garden Of.... 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Her Produce
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesFresno, CA 559-313-6676 About 166 days ago, 10/23/19 Sharer's comments : Baby Broccoli is in! 
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The Garden Of...
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1-805-245-1607 About 173 days ago, 10/16/19 Sharer's comments : Amazing Baby Broccoli from The Garden Of... 
Central market of Athens Greece
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 214 days ago, 9/05/19 Sharer's comments : Baby broccoli š„¦ 
Central Market
Near Austin, Texas, United StatesAbout 364 days ago, 4/08/19 Sharer's comments : Fresh Baby Broccoli at Central Market daily!! Kroger Truce Pkwy Near Nesbit, Mississippi, United States About 423 days ago, 2/07/19 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United States559-930-0815 About 618 days ago, 7/28/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Broccoli spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. Great looking baby broccoli back in the market. 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Tamai Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesOxnard, Ca 805-907-1706 About 688 days ago, 5/19/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Broccoli spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. Very leafy, my favorite! 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Tamai Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesOxnard, Ca 805-907-1706 About 688 days ago, 5/19/18 Sharer's comments : Baby Broccoli spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. Very leafy, my favorite! |
