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Black Italian Cabbage
Inventory, 12 ct : 3.34
This item was last sold on : 06/01/23
Description/Taste
Black Italian cabbage has a thick central stalk and produces long, fat, spear-like leaves that have wrinkled, bubbled surfaces. The dark blue-green leaves will grow up to 46 centimeters long and 11 centimeters at their widest. Young leaves are harvested between 15 and 20 centimeters, when the stalks are still tender. As the leaves mature, they thicken, and stalks become tough. Black Italian cabbage offers a subtle peppery flavor with a tangy bite and sweet aftertaste.
Seasons/Availability
Black Italian cabbage is available year-round with a peak season in the winter months.
Current Facts
Black Italian cabbage, better known as Tuscan or Dinosaur kale, is an Italian variety botanically known as Brassica oleracea var. acephala. It is referred to as Lacinato kale as well as Cavolo Nero, the Italian name which literally translates to “Black cabbage.” The heirloom variety is found in the Tuscan region of Italy and is popular in restaurants in the United Kingdom and the United States.
Nutritional Value
Black Italian cabbage is an excellent source of vitamins K, A, C and B2, manganese and calcium. It’s a great source of iron, folates and dietary fiber. Kale is also a good source of phosphorus, magnesium, copper, B-complex vitamins, zinc and selenium. Black cabbage also contains the phytonutrients quercetin and kaempferol, and flavonoids like lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta carotene which provide beneficial antioxidant properties.
Applications
Black Italian cabbage, or Tuscan kale, is an essential ingredient in the regional dish ribollita, or reboiled winter vegetable stew. It is also used in minestrone. Young, tender leaves are used raw in green or grain salads. They can be used as wrappers for cheese, shrimp or prawn, and risotto. Older leaves may need to have the ribs or central stalk removed due to toughness, otherwise they require longer cooking time. The thick leaves can be sliced or chopped and used as a substitute for romaine in Cesar salad, braised, tossed into pasta dishes, soups, stews, egg dishes or simply sautéed with oil and garlic. It pairs well with beans and pork. Store Black Italian cabbage in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Wrapping the bottoms of the stems in a wet cloth will keep them from drying out.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Brassica oleracea is classified by its many forms and is further diversified into leaves (kale), heads (common or Savoy cabbage), gems (Brussels sprouts), hypertrophied flowers (broccoli and cauliflower), and roots (turnips). Kale, which is part of the acephala group, has two other types in addition to the Black Italian, or Tuscan kale: curly (also known as Scots) and Russian, with fringed, flat, serrated leaves.
Geography/History
Italian cabbage is an international hybrid and a prized Tuscan specialty referred to as "cavolo nero" or black cabbage in English. Abundantly available in Tuscany, black cabbage supplies are very limited in other parts of the world. Italian cuisine especially favors this cabbage in the cold-weather cooking season. A member of the Crucifer or mustard family, cabbage is a prehistoric Mediterranean wild plant. Classified by its many forms, cabbage is diversified into leaves (kale), heads (common or Savoy cabbage), gems (Brussels sprouts), hypertrophied flowers (broccoli and cauliflower), or into roots (turnips).
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Green Acres Campus | San Diego CA | 858-450-9907 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 951-756-9357 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Kinme Omakase | San Diego CA | 619-231-0700 |
| Giuseppe Restaurants & Fine Catering | San Diego CA | 619-838-8268 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Bread & Cie Café | San Diego CA | 619-683-9322 |
| Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
| The Kitchen at MCASD | La Jolla CA | 619-894-2051 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
| Gold Finch | San Diego CA | 619-804-2051 |
| Blue Ocean | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-4959 |
| The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 951-808-7790 |
| Higher Grounds Coffee + Cafe | San Diego CA | 831-247-5395 |
| Bellamy's Restaurant | Escondido CA | 760-747-5000 |
| Cross Roots | San Diego CA | 858-245-1678 |
| Fresco Cocina | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| Nate's Garden Grill | San Diego CA | 619-607-0117 |
| Wolf In the Woods | San Diego CA | 619-851-7275 |
| Graze | San Diego CA | 619-839-9852 |
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-954-3063 |
| One Door North | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Convention Center East | San Diego CA | 619-525-5832 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| The Monsaraz | San Diego CA | 858-760-6228 |
| MCRD-Marine Corps Recruit Dept | San Diego CA | 619-725-6478 |
| Peace Pies | San Diego CA | 619-618-6960 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| Marriott Courtyard - Broadway | San Diego CA | 619-446-3008 |
| Mikami | San Diego CA | 619-780-0974 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Kairoa Brewing Company | San Diego CA | 858-735-0051 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Artifact at Mingei | San Diego CA | 619-846-2164 |
| Urban Kitchen Catering | San Diego CA | 619-276-8803 |
| Hilton San Diego Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-231-4040 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Cesarina | San Diego CA | 619-226-6222 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| Pali Wine Company | San Diego CA | 310-893-0038 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
| Kitchens For Good | San Diego CA | 619-450-4040 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
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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 90 days ago, 3/04/23 Sharer's comments : Black Kale from JR Organics 
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Near Rome, Rome, ItalyVia Aldo Manuzio, 66b, 00153 Roma RM About 108 days ago, 2/14/23 
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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 145 days ago, 1/08/23 Sharer's comments : Black Kale from JR Organics 
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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 243 days ago, 10/02/22 Sharer's comments : Black Kale from JR Organics 
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Near London, England, United Kingdom135 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3YD, United Kingdom 0-204-538-0271 https://www.eataly.co.uk/ About 325 days ago, 7/12/22 |
