Romanesco
Crossed between a cauliflower and a broccoli, this exotic cousin of the brassica family looks like an armadillo’s back!
Vegetable
Romanesco
Grower
Millbank Farm, Killinchy
Family
Brassica
(also includes: cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, kale.)
Growing
In season
July – November
Best in season
Summer and Autumn
How to grow
Likes free draining fertile soil.
Eating
Buying and storing tips
Choose romanesco with tight heads and no dark spots. Store in the fridge.
Recipe inspiration
Can be used to add colour and interest to cauliflower cheese.
Roast in oven with garlic and olive oil.
Health benefits
High in Vitamin C and fibre.