Romanesco Squash
Inventory, lb : 35.00
This item was last sold on : 09/15/24
Description/Taste
J.R. Organics is a family-owned and operated farm in San Diego County. The farm was established in the 1950s and has been certified organic since 1986. The fertile land of Valley Center, California, combined with sustainable farming practices, produces a wide variety of flavorful fruits and vegetables. Romanesco squash is an Italian heirloom recognizable by its distinctive outer skin. Its body is lined lengthwise with dark and light green stripes and pale green to white speckled overlay. Rather than smooth like traditional zucchini, Romanesco squash has prominent ribs running from stem to blossom end. Romanesco squash offers an exquisite summer squash texture and flavor with nut-like notes and a lingering sweet taste.
Seasons/Availability
Romanesco squash is available during spring and summer.
Current Facts
Romanesco squash are an heirloom variety grown locally.
Applications
Heirloom Romanesco squash, a soft-skinned variety, is versatile and can be used in both sweet and savory preparation. Slice and layer with other vegetables and bake into a gratin. Cut into sticks, bread and deep-fry. For pickles, slice thinly into coins and combine with onions, garlic, sugar, fresh dill and vinegar. For simple preparation, slice and roast with olive oil, salt and pepper. Dice zucchini and cook in stri-fry. Halve lengthwise, remove seeds, stuff with meat or cheese and bake. Heirloom Romanesco squash should be used immediately but will keep for up to a week in cold, dry storage.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-551-5105 |
| Black Radish | San Diego CA | 619-775-7412 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 760-637-5121 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Urban Kitchen Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Hotel Palomar-Salt Box Banquets | San Diego CA | 619-515-3003 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Hotel La Jolla - Sea & Sky | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Poseidon on the Beach | Del Mar CA | 858-755-9345 |
| Espadin | Temecula California | 951-383-5585 |
| Secret Sister | San Diego CA | 619-281-0718 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Lucky Bolt | San Diego CA | 662-832-3638 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| Dija Mara 2021 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 1-619-234-1500 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Romanesco Squash. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Casual Girl Cuisine |
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Savory Zucchini Cakes |
| Endless Simmer |
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Stuffed Heirloom Zucchini |
| The Slow Cook |
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Costata Romanesco Carpaccio |
