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Cauliflower

Shape and external appearance

Round shape

Properties

Cauliflower is rich in vitamin C and provides very effective fiber for intestinal transit.

Caliber

10 to 15 cm in diameter

Scientific and botanical name

Brassica oleracea L. var. botrytis L., family Brassicaceae (crucifers), subfamily Brassicoideae.

Coloring

the head of cabbage is white and surrounded by green leaves.

Origin & Culture

Cauliflower originates from the Near East, where it was already harvested more than 2000 years ago (cauliflower was cultivated in Egypt 400 years before our era). Very appreciated in the Antiquity by the Greeks and the Romans. it fell into oblivion before the Italians introduced it to France and the gardener of Louis XIV, La Quintinie, made it fashionable. In the 17th century, finally, the multiplication of its culture, by sowing, develops. It is thanks to Louis XV that its notoriety was assured.

Smell

raw cauliflower has no smell but gives off a strong odor when cooked.

Preparation advice

Cauliflower can be eaten both raw and cooked. Raw, with a cold sauce as an aperitif or in a mixed salad, or cooked as a gratin, soup or side dish.

Texture

raw cauliflower has no smell but gives off a strong odor when cooked.

Home preservation

Cauliflower can be stored for two to three days in the refrigerator crisper.

Flavor

the flavor of the cabbage is quite pronounced.

The seasonality of the product

Janvier (1)

Février (2)

Mars (3)

Avril (4)

Mai (5)

Juin (6)

Juillet (7)

Août (8)

Septembre (9)

Octobre (10)

Novembre (11)

Décembre (12)

Our recipes based on this product

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Packaging available for this product

Colis carton, Colis bois