PRODUCT INFO Banana flowers have a starchy, fibrous consistency and a neutral, subtly bitter, and fruity flavor well suited for fresh and cooked preparations. The outer, dark-hued bracts should not be consumed, but they can be used as a decorative serving vessel. As each bract is removed, the small florets can be separated from their tough stamens and set aside for use with the flower's heart. Once the bracts have been peeled away to reveal a yellow-white hue, the heart can be sliced into pieces and incorporated into recipes. It is recommended to immerse slices of the Banana flower in salted lemon water or vinegar water for at least 20 to 30 minutes to extract some of the bitterness. Banana flowers can be added to fresh fruit and green salads, and younger flowers will have a sweeter flavor for raw preparations. They can also be minced into dips, dumplings, and pastes. USES Beyond fresh preparations, Banana flowers can be lightly steamed and served with dips, similar to an artichoke, boiled in coconut water and stir-fried, or incorporated into curries and soups. The flowers can also be fried into patties, soaked in flavoring, cooked like fish fillets, or sauteed into vegetable, rice, and noodle dishes. In Thailand, young Banana flowers are commonly served raw on the side with pad Thai. In Indonesian cuisine, Banana flowers are mixed with pork and hot sambal, cooked in a section of bamboo, and served as a festival or wake appetizer. In Brazil, Banana flowers are incorporated into pies, quiches, and cooked into various sweet and savory goods. There is also a famous pastry in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais known as pastel de agnu that has its own festival. The festival annually occurs in the city of Itabirito and features food vendors, local growers, restaurants, and arts and crafts vendors, all centered around the famous pastry of the region. Pastel de agnu is comprised of Banana flowers stewed with meat and then fried into a dough-like puff. Banana flowers pair well with spices such as turmeric, curry powder, mustard seeds, cumin, and chile powder, aromatics including garlic, shallots, onions, lemongrass, and galangal, coconut milk, macadamia nuts, lime leaves, papaya, and carrots. Whole, raw Banana flowers should be immediately consumed for the best quality and flavor. The flowers can also be wrapped in plastic and stored in the refrigerator, or cut pieces can be placed in a sealed container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. In addition to fresh Banana flowers, the buds can also be found canned or frozen for extended use. SEASONS Banana flowers are found year-round, varying in availability depending on climate, region, and hemisphere.
PRODUCT INFO Bolo Maka (Ma-Uek) is small and round, approximately 1-2 centimeters in diameter. The tiny outer skin is initially green when immature, but then ripens to a yellow or orange and is covered in a fine layer of prickly hair. The inner pulp has many edible seeds and is also yellow or orange. Bolo maka is tangy and have a tropical, floral taste with a crunchy bite. Bolo maka grow in small clusters on a stout, vining perennial bush that reaches heights of just over one meter. The stems, leaves, and branches are also hairy, much like the fruit's outer skin. Bolo maka can be consumed in both raw and cooked applications. The thin exterior skin is edible once the hairy layer is shaved off and they are popularly eaten raw as an appetizer or snack. Many recipes may call just for the juicy, seedy pulp to add a touch of piquant sweet and sourness in sauces and curries. The fruit can be sliced in half and squeezed to release the inner pulp. Bolo maka is often used as a finishing condiment and paired with nam prik kapi, which is a Thai chili sauce made with shrimp paste and lime. Its sweet and sour flavor profile also compliments curries rich in coconut milk or a simple plate of rice. Bolo maka will keep up to a week when stored in the refrigerator. USES Bolo maka can be consumed in both raw and cooked applications. The thin exterior skin is edible once the hairy layer is shaved off and they are popularly eaten raw as an appetizer or snack. Many recipes may call just for the juicy, seedy pulp to add a touch of piquant sweet and sourness in sauces and curries. The fruit can be sliced in half and squeezed to release the inner pulp. Bolo maka is often used as a finishing condiment and paired with nam prik kapi, which is a Thai chili sauce made with shrimp paste and lime. Its sweet and sour flavor profile also compliments curries rich in coconut milk or a simple plate of rice.Bolo maka will keep up to a week when stored in the refrigerator. SEASONS Bolo maka is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Bottle Gourds are creeping vines. The dried mature fruit is used to make shake instruments. Young gourds have light green rinds, white flesh, soft, because they contain up to 96.8 percent of water. Young gourds can be eaten with the peel. If it's a bit older, it needs to be peeled off before cooking. and if you don't want the cut gourds to be dark Soak in salt water Young gourds are usually blanched to eat with chili paste. Add to kaeng liang, som kang, or stir-fry with meat. But should not be boiled or fried for a long time because the meat will be messy. USES The old gourds have a thick peel. The outer bark turns creamy white and hard. The flesh is dry until hollow, light weight, cut off the pole and remove the seeds for planting. The hard bark also has many uses, including: The Chinese use it as a portable water container. It is also considered as a symbol of auspiciousness. It is believed that it will help money grow, have good fortune, and that the gourd is shaped like the number eight. Therefore used to solve feng shui as well. Some African tribes cut it in half and use it as a food container. SEASONS Bottle Gourd is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Sesban Flower (Dok Khae) are oblong-shaped, pendulous blooms. They are similar in shape to pea flowers, bearing an upright standard petal a curved, boat-shaped keel; and wing petals that spread out from the flower. Each flower is quite large, growing to 7 to 10 centimers long. They are showy blooms, and have white, pink or red petals, depending on the variety. However, the white flowers are preferred for eating. The flowers are rich in sugar, and taste sweet at first bite. They also have an intriguing mushroom-y umami flavour, along with a slight bitter aftertaste. SEASONS Sesban Flower (Dok Khae) are available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Pea eggplant are small and round, about the size of a pea and one centimeter in diameter. These tiny fruits are arranged in clusters of ten to fifteen bunched together in a fashion similar to grapes and as the fruits ripen their thin skin will turn from light green to yellow. The fruits grow on shrubs that can reach up to sixteen feet in height. The stems and leaves of the pea eggplant are covered in fine hairs, and small hooked thorns and the flowers of the plant are most often white. Each fruit can contain up to two hundred tiny, flat, brown, and edible seeds. pea eggplant range in flavor from bitter to tart when raw, and their texture is exceptionally crunchy. Once cooked they will take on a soft quality and the bitter flavor is minimized. USES Pea eggplant are used in both raw and cooked preparations. When fresh they are popularly used in nam prik kapee, a chili and shrimp paste blend commonly made in Thailand. They can also be pickled, dried, or served raw with dipping sauces. Pea eggplant can be grilled, braised, added to curries, soups, and stews, or tossed whole or chopped into stir-fries. To cut the bitterness, Pea eggplant can be boiled briefly before use. Pea eggplant pair well with mint, turmeric, cumin, cardamom, curry paste, rice, yams, and meats such as poultry and beef. Pea eggplant will keep up to three days when stored in a cool and dry place. SEASONS Pea eggplants are available year-round with peak season during the summer months.
PRODUCT INFO Spinach is a leafy green producing succulent, dark green, spoon-shaped leaves. It offers a subtle, yet assertive vegetal flavor often with iron or metallic notes. Depending upon variety and maturity, Spinach can be sweet, earthy, nutty and even tangy. USES Spinach can be eaten fresh or cook and stands up well to heat, baking and sauteing. Use as in a salad mix or as a dark, leafy green. It is highly versatile and pairs well with spring vegetables, citrus, berries, eggs, nuts, bacon, pasta, cream and fresh cheeses. Flavor with Indian or Middle Eastern spices, creams, ginger, garlic, shallots, chiles and soy. Spinach will keep, dry and refrigerated, for one to two weeks. SEASONS Crayon Spinach is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Coriander Root (Rak Phak Chi) is the root of the herb coriander, which is sometimes called cilantro. While many English-speaking countries discard the roots, they form an important part of many Asian cuisines. Coriander root is the fresh roots of the herb. Ground coriander is a mellow spice with a subtle, slightly earthy hint. Coriander root tastes more pungent and peppery and has a strong, pleasant aroma. In Thai food, coriander root is used as a critical component in many curry pastes and dips. Thais often crush coriander root in a pestle and mortar along with garlic and chilis to form the basis of chili dips. SEASON Coriander root is available year-round. USES The root is also a vitally important ingredient for creating the famous marinade that characterizes Thai grilled chicken. Thais are very against letting good food go to waste, and they quickly recognized that the roots taste great when they form the base of famous curry pastes, soups, dips, and marinades. SEASONS Coriander root is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO People use cilantro as a flavorsome addition to soups, salads, curries, and other dishes. In some parts of the world, cilantro refers to the leaves, and coriander refers to the seeds. Its nutritional content may provide a range of health benefits. It is a good source of antioxidants. Using cilantro to flavor food may encourage people to use less salt and reduce their sodium intake. All parts of the plant are edible, but people most commonly use the fresh leaves and dried seeds in cooking. SEASONS Coriander is available year-round.
Squash: Vegetable Spaghetti Cucurbita Pepo Approx.6-7 Seeds Per Gram Squash Has Become Such A Popular Vegetable To Grow Over The Last Decade Or So And For Good Reason. Butternut Is One Of The Best Known But There Are So Many Varieties To Choose From. There Are Summer And Winter Types. Summer Squash Are Thin-skinned With A Lighter, Moist Flesh. They Are Best Eaten Fresh. Winter Squash Have A Harder Skin And Dense Flesh With A More Intense Flavour. They Can Be Stored For A Few Months After Harvest.
Squash: Tuffy Cucurbita Pepo Approx. 14-15 Seeds Per Gram Squash Has Become Such A Popular Vegetable To Grow Over The Last Decade Or So And For Good Reason. Butternut Is One Of The Best Known But There Are So Many Varieties To Choose From. There Are Summer And Winter Types. Summer Squash Are Thin-skinned With A Lighter, Moist Flesh. They Are Best Eaten Fresh. Winter Squash Have A Harder Skin And Dense Flesh With A More Intense Flavour. They Can Be Stored For A Few Months After Harvest. Please Send Your Inquiry For Our Best Prices Wholesales Prices
Squash: Sweet Dumpling Cucurbita pepo Approx. 16-17 seeds per gram Squash has become such a popular vegetable to grow over the last decade or so and for good reason. Butternut is one of the best known but there are so many varieties to choose from. There are summer and winter types. Summer squash are thin-skinned with a lighter, moist flesh. They are best eaten fresh. Winter squash have a harder skin and dense flesh with a more intense flavour. They can be stored for a few months after harvest.
Squash (pumpkin type): Rouge Vif Deetempes Cucurbita Maxima Approx. 2-3 seeds per gram Always popular at Halloween, pumpkins are fun to grow in the garden if you have enough room. They are vigorous trailing plants and take up quite a bit of space. The larger varieties need a long growing season and are great for competitions and carving. Smaller types are more practical in the kitchen.
Squash: Buttercup Cucurbita Maxima Approx.6-7 Seeds Per Gram Squash Has Become Such A Popular Vegetable To Grow Over The Last Decade Or So And For Good Reason. Butternut Is One Of The Best Known But There Are So Many Varieties To Choose From. There Are Summer And Winter Types. Summer Squash Are Thin-skinned With A Lighter, Moist Flesh. They Are Best Eaten Fresh. Winter Squash Have A Harder Skin And Dense Flesh With A More Intense Flavour. They Can Be Stored For A Few Months After Harvest. Buttercup Has The Reputation Of Being One Of The Most Delicious Squashes Ever. It Has Green, Slightly Knobbly Skin And Firm, Sweet, Flesh. Buttercup Is A Flattened Globe Shape And Quite Large Weighing In At About 2kg. It Is Ideal For Roasting As Well As Soup And Pumpkin Pie.
Squash: Blue Kuri Cucurbita Maxima Approx. 8-9 Seeds Per Gram Squash Has Become Such A Popular Vegetable To Grow Over The Last Decade Or So And For Good Reason. Butternut Is One Of The Best Known But There Are So Many Varieties To Choose From. There Are Summer And Winter Types. Summer Squash Are Thin-skinned With A Lighter, Moist Flesh. They Are Best Eaten Fresh. Winter Squash Have A Harder Skin And Dense Flesh With A More Intense Flavour. They Can Be Stored For A Few Months After Harvest. Blue Kuri Is Very Similar To Green Hokkaido But With A Blue Tinge To The Skin And A Slightly-flattened Globe Shape. Fruits Have A Great Taste And The Skin Is Quite Thin Compared To Some Of The Winter Squashes. Fruits Weigh In At About 1kg. Please Send Your Inquiry For Our Best Prices Wholesales Prices
Squash: Blue Ballet Cucurbita Maxima Approx.18-20 Seeds Per Gram Squash Has Become Such A Popular Vegetable To Grow Over The Last Decade Or So And For Good Reason. Butternut Is One Of The Best Known But There Are So Many Varieties To Choose From. There Are Summer And Winter Types. Summer Squash Are Thin-skinned With A Lighter, Moist Flesh. They Are Best Eaten Fresh. Winter Squash Have A Harder Skin And Dense Flesh With A More Intense Flavour. They Can Be Stored For A Few Months After Harvest. Blue Ballet Is A Hubbard-type Squash With A Rounded, Tear-drop Shape. It Has Soft, Blue-grey Skin With Sweet Orange Flesh Which Has A Lovely Flavour. Fruits Weigh In At About 2kg In Most Seasons And Store Well.
Squash: Amoro F1 Cucurbita maxima Approx. 4-5 seeds per gram Squash has become such a popular vegetable to grow over the last decade or so and for good reason. Butternut is one of the best known but there are so many varieties to choose from. There are summer and winter types. Summer squash are thin-skinned with a lighter, moist flesh. They are best eaten fresh. Winter squash have a harder skin and dense flesh with a more intense flavour. They can be stored for a few months after harvest. Amoro F1 is an early and high-yielding, heart-shaped, Uchiki Kuri type with thick flesh and a very bright orange skin. It has a bush habit so high density planting is possible and the 0.8-1.3kg fruits store well for 3-4 months.
Squash: Patisson Jaune Vert Cucurbita pepo Approx.13-15 seeds per gram Squash has become such a popular vegetable to grow over the last decade or so and for good reason. Butternut is one of the best known but there are so many varieties to choose from. There are summer and winter types. Summer squash are thin-skinned with a lighter, moist flesh. They are best eaten fresh. Winter squash have a harder skin and dense flesh with a more intense flavour. They can be stored for a few months after harvest.
Squash: Patisson Blanc (Custard White) Cucurbita pepo Approx.11-12 seeds per gram Squash has become such a popular vegetable to grow over the last decade or so and for good reason. Butternut is one of the best known but there are so many varieties to choose from. There are summer and winter types. Summer squash are thin-skinned with a lighter, moist flesh. They are best eaten fresh. Winter squash have a harder skin and dense flesh with a more intense flavour. They can be stored for a few months after harvest.
Squash: Hungarian Blue Cucurbita maxima Approx. 7-8 seeds per gram Squash has become such a popular vegetable to grow over the last decade or so and for good reason. Butternut is one of the best known but there are so many varieties to choose from. There are summer and winter types. Summer squash are thin-skinned with a lighter, moist flesh. They are best eaten fresh. Winter squash have a harder skin and dense flesh with a more intense flavour. They can be stored for a few months after harvest.
Squash: Patisson, Orange Cucurbita pepo Approx. 2-3 seeds per gram Squash has become such a popular vegetable to grow over the last decade or so and for good reason. Butternut is one of the best known but there are so many varieties to choose from. There are summer and winter types. Summer squash are thin-skinned with a lighter, moist flesh. They are best eaten fresh. Winter squash have a harder skin and dense flesh with a more intense flavour. They can be stored for a few months after harvest.
