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Wasabi
Wasabi is a perennial and a member of the Cruciferae family. It is grown mainly for its underground rhizome (tuber) which produces branch-less, edible leaves above ground. A mature wasabi root is firm, cylindrical, brown and green-skinned and tapered.
Banana Flowers
Exotic banana flowers are the red-orange to deep purple, pointed, compact heads at the tip end of a forming bunch of bananas. Each bud has large outer petals that protect groups of small white flowers
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Green garlic is available from late winter through early spring.
Garlic has one of the largest genomes of all cultivated plants. Botanically named Allium Sativum, garlic is a member of the lily family along with chives, shallots and onions. Garlic is the common name dedicated to hundreds of varieties which can be classified as hardneck and softneck types. Of these types, softneck varieties are most commonly grown as they easier to grow, less particular about growing conditions, slower to bolt and generally produce more cloves per bulb. They are the supermarket varieties that people simply know as garlic. Green garlic can be both hardneck and softneck types, though there are distinct variation is size, bulb colorings and flavor.
Green garlic are young, short-season garlic plants that are harvested before they begins to form mature bulbs or cloves. Green garlic range in height from 8-18", producing thin, green stalks and small, cylindric to globular white bulbs. Green garlic has bright, piquant garlic flavor and a succulent firm texture.
All varieties of garlic possess antibiotic properties to some forms of bacteria, viruses and intestinal parasites. Plants in the garlic family lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and may also be used a diuretic, an anti-inflammatory agent, an expectorant or a decongestant.
Green garlic is entirely edible, though the tops are often trimmed if too fiberous or woody. Pair green garlic with similar fresh, spring vegetables such as asparagus, morels, green herbs, peas, leeks and fiddlehead ferns. Braise or saute whole as a vegetable or use in pestos and sauces. Baby green garlic pairs well with seafood, pasta, eggs, lamb and potatoes.
All garlic cultivars are considered to be derived from ten specific varieties of garlic that evolved in the Caucasus Mountains between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. Garlic has been altered over time by natural and intentional selection, ever changing growing conditions, such as soil fertility, rainfall, temperature, altitude, length and severity of winter and as trade routes were evolved and extended garlic would become naturalized in often unnatural climates. Primitive garlic had more cold-hardiness, heat tolerance, larger numbers of foliage, and a later maturity stage than that of modern sterile varieties. Green garlic was created out of necessity as a secondary crop for farmers. It is pruned from the soil in the Spring to make room for the mature garlic to grow.
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Seasons/Availability
Green garlic is available from late winter through early spring.
Current Facts
Garlic has one of the largest genomes of all cultivated plants. Botanically named Allium Sativum, garlic is a member of the lily family along with chives, shallots and onions. Garlic is the common name dedicated to hundreds of varieties which can be classified as hardneck and softneck types. Of these types, softneck varieties are most commonly grown as they easier to grow, less particular about growing conditions, slower to bolt and generally produce more cloves per bulb. They are the supermarket varieties that people simply know as garlic. Green garlic can be both hardneck and softneck types, though there are distinct variation is size, bulb colorings and flavor.
Description/Taste
Green garlic are young, short-season garlic plants that are harvested before they begins to form mature bulbs or cloves. Green garlic range in height from 8-18", producing thin, green stalks and small, cylindric to globular white bulbs. Green garlic has bright, piquant garlic flavor and a succulent firm texture.
Nutritional Value
All varieties of garlic possess antibiotic properties to some forms of bacteria, viruses and intestinal parasites. Plants in the garlic family lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and may also be used a diuretic, an anti-inflammatory agent, an expectorant or a decongestant.
Applications
Green garlic is entirely edible, though the tops are often trimmed if too fiberous or woody. Pair green garlic with similar fresh, spring vegetables such as asparagus, morels, green herbs, peas, leeks and fiddlehead ferns. Braise or saute whole as a vegetable or use in pestos and sauces. Baby green garlic pairs well with seafood, pasta, eggs, lamb and potatoes.
Geography/History
All garlic cultivars are considered to be derived from ten specific varieties of garlic that evolved in the Caucasus Mountains between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. Garlic has been altered over time by natural and intentional selection, ever changing growing conditions, such as soil fertility, rainfall, temperature, altitude, length and severity of winter and as trade routes were evolved and extended garlic would become naturalized in often unnatural climates. Primitive garlic had more cold-hardiness, heat tolerance, larger numbers of foliage, and a later maturity stage than that of modern sterile varieties. Green garlic was created out of necessity as a secondary crop for farmers. It is pruned from the soil in the Spring to make room for the mature garlic to grow.
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| Stingaree | San Diego CA | 619-544-0867 |
| Roy's La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-455-1616 |
| Roy's San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-239-7697 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 858-530-1885 |
| Urban Solace | San Diego CA | 619-295-6464 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 800-843-4661 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box | San Diego CA | 619-515-4062 |
| Crosby National Golf Club LLC | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-227-0172 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Qero | Encinitas CA | 760-753-9050 |
| La Costa Blue Fire | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Whisknladle | San Diego CA | 858-551-7575 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Cucina Celestina | Coronado CA | 619-672-4246 |
| Trattoria I Trulli | Encinitas CA | 760-943-6800 |
| Prepkitchen Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-7737 |
| Prepkitchen Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-247-0394 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Alchemy Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-255-0616 |
| Prepkitchen La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-875-7737 |
| Cafe Chloe | San Diego CA | 619-232-3242 |
| Chef Drew Mc Partlin | San Diego CA | 619-990-9201 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| J six | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| Vine Cottage | La Mesa CA | 619-465-0138 |
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Recipes that include Green Garlic. One
is easiest, three is harder.Recently Spotted
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Speciality Produce Near San Diego, California, United States About 131 days ago, 2/08/13 Spotter's comments : Fresh green garlic season just starting and in stock. Try chopping and adding to stir fry or sauce. Pairs well with all meats. |
