Produce Briefs...
Alemow Lemons
Medium to large in size the Alemow can be recognized by its protruding mammilla or its knob-like and bumpy exterior. Its shape is round to ovate.
Mekanzou
Each Mekanzou is less than two inches in length. Mekanzou offer a slightly sweet taste and tender texture when young. Older sprouts will be more fibrous and have a slightly bitter aftertaste
Seasons/Availability
Purple kale is available year round with a peak season during the winter months.
Description/Taste
Purple kale produces serrated vibrant purple variegated ruffled leaves. This attractive vegetable offers a mild cabbage flavor and a chewy semi-crisp texture.
Applications
Tender Purple kale greens are a great intense addition to mixed green salads. They are great carriers for peanuts, almonds, tamari, chiles and other Asian ingredients like sesame oil and ginger. The leaves can be eaten raw, braised, grilled and added to soups and stews.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Since kale survives well in cold climates, it is a favorite mealtime entree served in Scandinavia, Germany, Holland and Scotland. it is also popular in a Portugese soup titled caldo verde, a hearty broth of potatoes, savories and sausage.
Geography/History
Beautiful ornamental purple kale, Brassica oleracea, is cultivated from the dwarf variety of kale and looks like a giant ruffled flower. Although it will grow in warmer climates, cooler weather suits flowering kale much better, but it isn't quite as cold hardy as common kale.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Cups Farm | La Jolla CA | 619-261-9032 |
| JR Produce | San Diego CA | 858-270-3857 |
| Olivenhain Guest Home | Encinitas CA | 760-753-5082 |
| Ohana Catering | San Diego CA | 858-278-1043 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box | San Diego CA | 619-515-4062 |
| Green Dragon Tavern & Museum | Carlsbad CA | 760-797-5579 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Kale Purple. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Healthy Blender Recipes |
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The Healthy Voyager’s Raw Vegan Chocolate Kale Chips |
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Apple Dijon Kale Salad |
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Glen Park Village Farmers' Market
Near Daly City, California, United States About 247 days ago, 11/24/13 Spotter's comments : Purple Kale spotted at Glen Park Village Farmers' Market. Different effect than green kale, purple adds a new color to a dish. Organic from J&M Ibarra Farm. Root 246 Near Solvang, California, United States About 389 days ago, 7/05/13 Spotter's comments : Chef was picking it from the garden out front as we walked up! Barrio Starr Near San Diego, California, United States About 534 days ago, 2/10/13 Spotter's comments : Breakfast tamale with vibrant purple kale! |
