PRODUCT INFO Wing beans are lime green and elongated with a square shape and four feathery, winged accents running from tip to end like the tail of an arrow. The pods are straight or curved with a smooth and waxy surface. They can grow up to 30 centimeters long but are usually harvested at 10 and 15 centimeters, before the peas have fully developed. Wing beans are sweet, like many pea varieties, and offer an asparagus-like flavor and crunchy texture. Wing beans are an excellent source of copper, iron, manganese, tryptophan, and the essential amino acid isoleucine. They are also rich in protein, fiber, complex carbohydrates, all of the essential B-complex vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and potassium. The pods, leaves and roots all contain a similar nutrient makeup. USES Wing beans are most often cooked. Young pods can be eaten raw in salads, sliced very thinly, or lightly blanched. They are prepared like French beans or snap peas by pinching off the ends and cutting into bite-sized sections. Use in stir-frys, sautes or add to soups and stews towards the end of the cooking process. The delicate pods pick up the bold flavors of chiles, garlic and spices. Young pods can be pickled. Mature beans are halved, and their seeds prepared and eaten like soybeans. Dried seeds can be ground and used as a flour substitute. Store Wing beans in a bag or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. SEASON Wing beans are available in the late spring and through the fall months.
PRODUCT INFO Water Mimosa is a wetland plant which has a taproot that attaches to edges of water bodies, such as rivers and banks. The plant produces long, woody, brown-purple stems which can grow to 1.5 meters in length. They have a spongy, fibrous white covering at the nodes. This covering, called an aerenchyma, is an air-conducting tissue. It allows the stems, which grow in a dense, interwoven manner, to be bouyant and float on the top of the water. From the stems grow branches, which bear small, olive green leaves that grow separately, in opposite pairs. The leaves are oblong in shape, and measure arond 4 to 14 millimeters in length, to 1 to 3 millimeters in breadth. Stems have of 8 to 40 pairs of leaves, which grow to create an attractive feathery effect. They are slightly toothsome, and have a texture akin to kangkong. They have a strong mushroom-like umami taste with a hint of cabbage flavor. Water Mimosa is considered to be a nutritious vegetable which is high in calcium and iron. It also contains vitamin A, vitamin C, protein and riboflavin. USES The young stems, shoots and leaves of Water Mimosa can be cooked and eaten in stir fries. Water Mimosa is most often cooked like kangkong, along with soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, chiles and garlic. It can also be found in recipes with noodles, minced chicken or fried fish. Store Water Mimosa in a loose bag in the refrigerator, where it will last for up to a week. SEASON Water Mimosa is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO White Turmeric resembles ginger in its shape and size. Each rhizome, or underground stem, is multi-branched with nearly transparent, pale-brown skin that will darken with maturity. Each rhizome and off-shoot can measure anywhere from 5 to 12 centimeters long. The flesh is a pale ivory to light yellow and has an aroma that combines unripe, green mangos and ginger with the earthiness of a carrot. White Turmeric has a bitter flavor and has a mild pungency very similar to ginger. White Turmeric is a good source of starch and therefore energy.The oils contain curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory, and other compounds that provide antimicrobial, antifungal, antiulcer, antivenom and anticancer benefits. USES White Turmeric is used in its raw form as well as in powdered form. In India, fresh 'Mango ginger' is washed and peeled and then cut or sliced into strips and pickled or sliced into thin rounds and served atop green salads. In Indonesia, White Turmeric is cut into pieces and dehydrated, oven or air-dried and powdered for use as a dried spice. In larger quantities, the powder is used as a substitute for arrowroot or barley. In Thailand, young roots are used as a vegetable and in curry pastes. Fresh White Turmeric can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. The peeled root can be frozen for up to 6 months. SEASON White Turmeric is available in the spring and through the fall months.
PRODUCT INFO Baby corn (also known as young corn, cornlets or baby sweetcorn) is a cereal grain taken from corn (maize) harvested early while the stalks are still small and immature. It typically is eaten whole - cob included - in contrast to mature corn, whose cob is too tough for human consumption. It is eaten both raw and cooked. Baby corn is common in stir fry dishes. SEASON Baby corn can be produced all year round.
The enzymes contained in nectar aid in digestion and metabolism in the body. The mucous membranes of the mouth and stomach are quickly healed. It helps with constant eye fatigue from exposure to a computer, TV or other source of eye strain. Honey heals the liver and kidneys. Medicine recognizes the antiviral and antimicrobial properties of honey.
millas Kyrgyz white honey is obtained from the blossoms of sweet sainfoin. White honey strengthens the immune system, restores strength, improves metabolism and speeds up metabolism. Its properties have long been used in folk medicine. Hypoallergenic. Natural white cream honey has an attractive appearance, pleasant texture and melts gently in the mouth. It is also a great addition to toast, fruit and a variety of pastries
millas Kyrgyz white honey is obtained from the blossoms of sweet sainfoin. White honey strengthens the immune system, restores strength, improves metabolism and speeds up metabolism. Its properties have long been used in folk medicine. Hypoallergenic. Natural white cream honey has an attractive appearance, pleasant texture and melts gently in the mouth. It is also a great addition to toast, fruit and a variety of pastries
millas Kyrgyz white honey is obtained from the blossoms of sweet sainfoin. White honey strengthens the immune system, restores strength, improves metabolism and speeds up metabolism. Its properties have long been used in folk medicine. Hypoallergenic. Natural white cream honey has an attractive appearance, pleasant texture and melts gently in the mouth. It is also a great addition to toast, fruit and a variety of pastries
Buckwheat honey is most commonly found in August and is collected from tiny buckwheat flowers. Among all types of honey it has the highest iron content. After a day of exercise, it can rejuvenate the body and restore strength. In addition, vegetarians and vegetarians can use it as a dietary supplement to replenish iron in the body.
millas Kyrgyz white honey is obtained from the blossoms of sweet sainfoin. White honey strengthens the immune system, restores strength, improves metabolism and speeds up metabolism. Its properties have long been used in folk medicine. Hypoallergenic. Natural white cream honey has an attractive appearance, pleasant texture and melts gently in the mouth. It is also a great addition to toast, fruit and a variety of pastries
millas Kyrgyz white honey is obtained from the blossoms of sweet sainfoin. White honey strengthens the immune system, restores strength, improves metabolism and speeds up metabolism. Its properties have long been used in folk medicine. Hypoallergenic. Natural white cream honey has an attractive appearance, pleasant texture and melts gently in the mouth. It is also a great addition to toast, fruit and a variety of pastries