Vegetables (View Fruit)

Artichoke, Globe

Also known as

• Artichoke

Globe artichokes are typically boiled or steamed until tender. At the centre is the heart, the choicest portion of the artichoke, covered by the choke, a hairy pad that should be peeled off and discarded. The leaves are often removed and eaten one at a time, sometimes dipped in butter, mayonnaise, aioli, or other sauces.

Substitutes

• Jerusalem Artichoke (crisper, consider blanching or roasting first)

Broccoflower

Also known as

• Green Cauliflower

Broccoflower is a hybrid of broccoli and cauliflower, which favours the cauliflower side. Nutritionally, it is the same as cauliflower and can be prepared in exactly the same ways.

Substitutes

• Cauliflower
• Broccoli

Broccoli

Also known as

• Calabrese

The best way to cook broccoli is to steam or stir-fry with a little broth or water. Cooked broccoli should be tender enough so that it can be pierced with a sharp knife, and still remain crisp and bright green in colour. It may also be eaten raw, or used to make soup.

Substitutes

• Broccoflower
• Cauliflower

Broccoli Romanesco

Romanesco broccoli has a distinctive fractal appearance of its heads, and is yellow-green in colour. It is especially good raw.

Substitutes

• Broccoli
• Broccoflower

Broccolini

Also known as

• Baby Broccoli

Broccolini is a green vegetable resembling broccoli. Although often mistakenly identified as young broccoli, it is actually a natural hybrid of broccoli and Chinese Kale. It is generally agreed that broccolini has a sweeter flavor than broccoli. The stems resemble asparagus in flavour and texture.

Substitutes

• Asparagus
• Chinese Broccoli

Cauliflower

Cauliflower can be roasted, boiled, fried, steamed or eaten raw. When cooking, the outer leaves and thick stalks are removed, leaving only the florets. The leaves are also edible, but are most often discarded. The florets should be broken into similar-sized pieces so they are cooked evenly. Cauliflower is often served with a cheese sauce or with a meat gravy.

Substitutes

• Broccoflower
• Broccoli