Asparagus green
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This fresh from the farm, just harvested Hungarian green asparagus is a highly nutritious and delicious vegetable, offered in a 500g pack. It features long, thin stalks with a slightly fibrous, crispy texture and a fresh, subtly bitter aroma. Rich in chlorophyll and Vitamin A, it's also lower in calories than white asparagus. It's incredibly versatile, perfect for appetizers, soups, side dishes, or with meat. Store it between 0-4 °C to maintain its freshness.
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An perennial plant belonging to the lily family, we consume its thickened shoot, the so-called asparagus spear.
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Interesting facts
Green asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is an extremely nutritious and delicious vegetable, popular in many cuisines. Unlike white asparagus, which is grown underground, green asparagus grows in areas exposed to sunlight. As a result, green asparagus is richer in chlorophyll and Vitamin A, and has a lower calorie content.
Green asparagus has long, thin stalks with pointed or closed buds at the end. The asparagus stalk has a slightly fibrous and crispy texture, and its taste is primarily defined by its fresh, slightly bitter aroma.
"Asparagus, or 'csirág' as it's known in folk terms, is a relatively lesser-known spring vegetable in Hungary. In Western Europe, especially Germany, there is a great cult surrounding the consumption of this plant, whereas its popularity in Hungary is unfairly low, despite Hungary being a major asparagus-producing country. Consequently, the majority of the domestic harvest finds buyers in Germany and Austria. It's true that it's not exactly a cheap vegetable, but due to its early season and beneficial physiological effects (it has a diuretic effect, contains a lot of Vitamins A, B1, B2, C, E, and folic acid), it is definitely recommended to include it in your menu when it's in season." (*1 source: NÉBIH)
Green asparagus can be prepared in many ways, for example, steamed, grilled, boiled, or baked. The taste and texture of asparagus are often complemented by other ingredients, such as lemon, garlic, olive oil, or Parmesan, to provide an even richer and more flavorful experience in the dish.
Overall, green asparagus is not only a delicious and versatile vegetable but also an excellent source of nutrition that can contribute to a healthy diet and diverse meal preparation.
Usage
Versatile in use: suitable for appetizers, soups, side dishes, risottos, or with meat dishes.
Storage
Store in a dry, cool place between 0-4 °C.
Source
https://portal.nebih.gov.hu/-/a-sparga
Distributor
Kifli.hu Shop Kft.
1106 Budapest, Jászberényi út 45.
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