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Calamondin Limes
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Salanova® Lettuces
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Pinkglow™ Pineapple
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Conehead Cabbage
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Description/Taste
Compared to common cabbage varieties, Conehead cabbage differentiates itself through its shape, texture and flavor. Conehead cabbage is indeed cone-shaped. Its leaves, with variations of pea green colorings, are thin, broad, deeply veined, tightly enveloped lengthwise and bluntly pointed. The flavor of Conehead cabbage is mild and remarkably sweet, void of that bold cruciferous flavor that is most reminiscent of cabbage. Conehead cabbage can reach up to a foot in length, six inches in diameter at its base and weigh up to 10 pounds.
Seasons/Availability
Conehead cabbage are available in winter. Look for Conehead cabbage at your local farmers market.
Current Facts
Conehead cabbage, AKA Pointed, Hispi, and Hearted, scientific name Brassica oleracea of the Capitata group, is a biennial variety. It is an early maturing and hardy fresh market and canning cabbage. There are several varieties of Conehead cabbage, marketed within seed catalogs under names such as Duchy, Caraflex, Arrohead and Filderkraut. The latter variety the original heirloom Conehead cabbage variety.
Nutritional Value
Conehead cabbage is an excellent source of antioxidants and vitamin C.
Applications
Conehead cabbage is a quintessential shredding and sauerkraut type cabbage variety. It can be shredded easily by starting at its point end and grated like cheese. Conehead cabbage can also be substituted for Napa cabbage in Kimchi recipes. Essentially, it can replace any given cabbage in any recipe, it will just offer a sweeter flavor and more tender texture. It can be used to make coleslaw, added to fish tacos and lend texture to mixed green salads. Conehead cabbage pairs well with bright citrus flavors, vinegars and vinaigrettes, sausages, pork belly and shoulder, grilled, smoked and fried white fish, apples, melting cheeses and chiles.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Conehead cabbage is the preferred cabbage of German gardeners and cooks for making Winter batches of sauerkraut and it is also a common ingredient in Spaetzle, a unique noodle dish native to the Stuttgart region of Germany.
Geography/History
Conehead cabbage is an ancient cabbage variety native to Filder, Germany. It is known for its compact plants, thus allowing for it to be planted densely, a favorable trait when space is constricted. As Conehead cabbage was bred for colder regions of Europe, it naturally prefers a cool climate and Spring harvests.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Conehead Cabbage. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Chick in the Kitchen |
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Grilled Arrowhead Cabbage |
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Honey Orange Southwestern Cabbage Slaw |
| The Refuge Chef |
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Beef Stroganoff & Cabbage Soup |
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Der Genter Wochenmarkt
Near Berlin, Berlin, GermanyAbout 47 days ago, 4/06/22 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 82 days ago, 3/02/22 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 117 days ago, 1/26/22 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 120 days ago, 1/23/22 Sharer's comments : Conehead Cabbage from Weiser Family Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
The garden Of...
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesSanta Ynez, Ca 1-805-335-3369 About 124 days ago, 1/19/22 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 134 days ago, 1/09/22 Sharer's comments : Conehead Cabbage from Weiser Family Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
The garden Of...
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesSanta Ynez, CA 1-805-335-3369 About 138 days ago, 1/05/22 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 145 days ago, 12/29/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 148 days ago, 12/26/21 Sharer's comments : Conehead Cabbage from Weiser Family Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 152 days ago, 12/22/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 159 days ago, 12/15/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 162 days ago, 12/12/21 Sharer's comments : Conehead Cabbage from Weiser Family Farms 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
County Line Harvest
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 163 days ago, 12/11/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 183 days ago, 11/21/21 Sharer's comments : Conehead Cabbage from Weiser Family Farms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 185 days ago, 11/19/21 Sharer's comments : Conehead Cabbage from Weiser Family Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
The garden Of...
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1-805-335-3369 About 187 days ago, 11/17/21 
Mar Vista Farmers Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 190 days ago, 11/14/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Alex Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United States511 Hill st. #205 Santa Monica Ca 90405 1-310-930-0903 About 194 days ago, 11/10/21 
Borough Market
Elsey & Bent
Near London, England, United KingdomBorough Market, Southwark St, London SE1 9AF, United Kingdom 447738009524 About 241 days ago, 9/24/21 
Union Square Greenmarket
Gorzynski Ornery Farm
Near New York, United StatesSullivan County, NY About 303 days ago, 7/24/21 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
McGrath Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 467 days ago, 2/10/21 
University District Farmers Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 471 days ago, 2/06/21 Sharer's comments : Just WOW! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 473 days ago, 2/04/21 Sharer's comments : Last of the coneheads!! Weiser Farms 
Central market of Athens Greece 🇬🇷
Athinagoras LTD
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens G-43 00302104830298 About 522 days ago, 12/17/20 Sharer's comments : Cabbage 💎 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 526 days ago, 12/13/20 Sharer's comments : Conehead cabbage from Weiser farms 
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Specialty Produce Farmers Market
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 531 days ago, 12/08/20 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 537 days ago, 12/02/20 
Ballard Farmer's Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 694 days ago, 6/28/20 Sharer's comments : Perfect for slaw or in a stir fry :) |
