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Baby Yellow Patty Pan Squash
Inventory, 10 lbs : 20.21
This item was last sold on : 02/06/23
Description/Taste
Baby Yellow patty pan squash is saucer shaped, reminiscent of that of a toy top. Its coloring, vibrant yellow with green tipped stem and blossom ends. Its flesh is crisp and succulent with a creamy white color and moist seed cavity. Its flavors are bright, peppery and somewhat grassy with a sweet finish. Younger summer squash is chosen over mature squash as their seeds are barely developed and the flesh has a higher moisture content than that of more mature squash. The skin of squash left on the vine for too long can become drier and thicker and its flavor can decline. The baby Yellow patty pan squash plant is edible in its entirety including the fruit, leaves and flowers (blossoms).
Seasons/Availability
Baby Yellow patty pan squash is available year-round with a peak season in the summer months.
Current Facts
Baby Yellow patty pan squash is botanically part of Cucurbita pepo and a member of the Cucurbitaceae family along with other squashes, gourds and pumpkins. Baby patty pan squash is a zucchini type of squash or scalloped squash named for its unique shape and the petite size that it is harvested. Many "baby" type vegetables only grow to a specific small size, baby Yellow patty pan squash is harvested when immature specifically for its size and its delicate texture and flavor, if left on the vine to fully mature it will continue to grow to a larger size.
Nutritional Value
Baby Yellow patty pan squash, specifically in the skin, offers vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid, potassium and magnesium. They are also known for their high water content and offer some dietary fiber.
Applications
Baby Yellow patty pan squash is a versatile squash, it is tender enough to be used raw but also is great for use in a variety of cooked applications. Add thin slices of raw squash to salads or sandwich in a panini or serve atop pizzas. Sliced thin or halved they can be sautéed, braised or steamed. They also can be cooked, pureed and used as a thickener for soups and sauces. The unique size of this baby summer squash makes it ideal for use whole, roasted or skewered onto kebabs and grilled. Individual squashes can also be hollowed out, stuffed and baked. Its flavor marries well with acidic fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes and citrus based sauces and dressings, with grilled meats and vegetables, shellfish, roasted chicken, fresh herbs such as oregano, basil and parsley and robust cheeses such as goat and Pecorino. To store, refrigerate unwashed squash in a plastic bag. As an immature squash it is delicate and perishable, for optimum flavor and texture, use within a week.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The real surge in popularity for baby vegetables in the commercial marketplace began in the 1980’s first with baby carrots then soon after with baby corn, baby salad greens and baby squashes. As chefs in restaurants and television cooking show hosts began using the baby sized vegetables the consumer demand from home chefs for them increased accordingly.
Geography/History
Members of the Cucurbita genus such as baby Yellow patty pan squash are of New World origin, their importance as a crop evolving during the pre-Colombia era in the Americas. The summer zucchini types however saw much of their development in Italy, generations after their introduction from the New World, which can attribute to zucchini's placement within Italy's culinary history. These zucchini types such as baby Yellow patty pan made their way back to the Americas in the 1920’s. Dubbed garden overachievers, summer squash varieties are considered easy to grow, thriving in full sun, warm weather and rich soil. Today the bulk of commercially sold baby squash is grown in South and Central America.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Hilton Garden Inn - Homewood Suites San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-696-6300 |
| Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-365-1858 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Black Radish | San Diego CA | 619-775-7412 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Leichtag Foundation | Encinitas CA | 760-230-6772 |
| The Guild Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| Alejandra's Cocina | Carlsbad CA | 858-500-5075 |
| Coronado Yacht Club | Coronado CA | 619-435-1848 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-822-5493 |
| The Guild Bar | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| The Seabird Resort | Oceanside CA | 951-704-9703 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| Hilton Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 619-543-9000 |
| Surf Side Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Feast and Fareway | Coronado CA | 619-356-5444 |
| The Kitchen at MCASD | La Jolla CA | 619-894-2051 |
| Under Belly-Little Italy Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| Hive Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-218-4000 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Hotel La Jolla & CUSP -CLK | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Orfila Vineyards & Winery | Oceanside CA | 760-738-6500 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 508-320-6644 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Brigantine Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach CA | 619-591-1350 |
| Wolf In the Woods | San Diego CA | 619-851-7275 |
| Garbatella Osteria Bar | Chula Vista CA | 619-651-1185 |
| Great Maple Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 951-756-9357 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Kingfisher | San Diego CA | 619-861-8074 |
| The Monsaraz | San Diego CA | 858-760-6228 |
| Brigantine Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-743-4718 |
| Salt & Whiskey 2023 | San Diego CA | 619-214-9519 |
| Amalfi Gourmet LLC | San Diego CA | 619-379-3099 |
| Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Busy Bee Cook For Me | San Diego CA | 858-405-5372 |
| Coffee Hub and Café | San Diego CA | 619-738-1482 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| Bekker's Catering | San Diego CA | 619-287-9027 |
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| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 163 days ago, 8/28/22 Sharer's comments : Yellow Patty Pan Squash from Beylik Family Farms 
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Near Encinitas, California, United StatesRamona, CA About 177 days ago, 8/14/22 Sharer's comments : Giant patty pan!! 
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150, San Diego, CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 184 days ago, 8/07/22 Sharer's comments : Sunburst Squash from Beylik Family Farms 
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 207 days ago, 7/16/22 Sharer's comments : Baby Yellow Patty Pan Squash from Beylik Family Farms 
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 235 days ago, 6/18/22 Sharer's comments : Patty Pan Squash from Beylik Family Farms 
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Near Dana Point, California, United StatesSan Bernardino, CA About 598 days ago, 6/19/21 Sharer's comments : Perfect raw, but a delight grilled with a little olive oil and salt! 
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 619 days ago, 5/29/21 
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 630 days ago, 5/19/21 
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