Produce Briefs...
Maui Onions
Two characteristics set the Maui onion apart from other yellow onions: the high sugar and high moisture content of its flesh.
Fingerling Russian Banana Potatoes
Although very petit in size, fingerlings are fully mature when harvested, thus they should not to be confused with new potatoes, potatoes that are harvested when immature.
Seasons/Availability
Asian Mix is available year round.
Description/Taste
Asian Mix blends the fresh spicy flavors of spinach, tatsoi, mizuna, red mustard and pak choy. This mix is an array of varied shapes and bright colors offering a subtle pungency, because of the red mustard's flavor.
Nutritional Value
Rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, this blend of dark, leafy greens are very low in calories. A generous serving contains about 15 calories.
Applications
Serve alone or toss with other mixed greens; top with a favorite dressing. Drizzle raspberry vinaigrette or a syrupy balsamic vinegar over this mix for a refreshing salad. Add cooked chicken, ham or shredded smoked fish for a main course salad. Drizzle with a hot dressing to wilt the mix slightly. Balance this mix's slight tangyness with apples, citrus, pears, baby beets or persimmon. To store, wrap in plastic; refrigerate in crisper drawer. If greens are wet, allow to dry before storing or wrap in paper towels to absorb moisture. Do not wash greens until ready to use. Best used promptly.
Geography/History
The Asian mix has combined age-old vegetables and with modern greens. Mixes come in many variations but the Asian mix is a favorite and one of the most popular.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Asian Mix is available year round.
Description/Taste
Asian Mix blends the fresh spicy flavors of spinach, tatsoi, mizuna, red mustard and pak choy. This mix is an array of varied shapes and bright colors offering a subtle pungency, because of the red mustard's flavor.
Nutritional Value
Rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, this blend of dark, leafy greens are very low in calories. A generous serving contains about 15 calories.
Applications
Serve alone or toss with other mixed greens; top with a favorite dressing. Drizzle raspberry vinaigrette or a syrupy balsamic vinegar over this mix for a refreshing salad. Add cooked chicken, ham or shredded smoked fish for a main course salad. Drizzle with a hot dressing to wilt the mix slightly. Balance this mix's slight tangyness with apples, citrus, pears, baby beets or persimmon. To store, wrap in plastic; refrigerate in crisper drawer. If greens are wet, allow to dry before storing or wrap in paper towels to absorb moisture. Do not wash greens until ready to use. Best used promptly.
Geography/History
The Asian mix has combined age-old vegetables and with modern greens. Mixes come in many variations but the Asian mix is a favorite and one of the most popular.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Tapenade | San Diego CA | 858-551-7500 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Hard Rock Hotel Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-702-3000 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Donovan's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-450-6666 |
