Sweet baby broccoli is a hybrid between regular broccoli and gai lan (Chinese broccoli). It tastes sweet and less bitter than standard broccoli.
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Sweet baby cauliflower looks like sweet mini broccoli but is white. It has tender, elongated stems and its taste is sweeter than traditional cauliflower.
Purchase guide
Look for sweet baby broccoli that is a vibrant green. The florets should be tight and green.
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The base of the baby cauliflower stalks must be fresh and not dried out. Avoid yellowed buds and soft stems.
COnsumptiOn
Baby broccoli is very versatile in the kitchen. It can be steamed, grilled, sautéed, boiled, roasted and even eaten raw.
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Sweet baby cauliflower is a great alternative for any recipe that calls for cauliflower or broccoli. Sweet baby cauliflower is delicious roasted, sautéed or grilled.
Storage tip
Sweet baby broccoli will keep in the fridge in the crisper drawer for about 1 week.
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Sweet Baby Cauliflower can be stored in the fridge for 10 days.
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