{"product_id":"baby-broccoli-broccolini","title":"Broccolini","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAustralia Baby Broccoli (Broccolini 小西兰花)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the tender stems and mild sweet flavour of Australia Baby Broccoli, also commonly searched as Mini broccoli, thin broccoli, broccolini, Baby broccoli, Broccolette, Asparation, Chinese kale broccoli or 小西兰花. This long-stem broccoli-style vegetable is easy to cook, quick to prepare and suitable for everyday meals, salads, stir-fries, roasting, grilling, steaming and side dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby broccoli has small broccoli-like florets, long slim stems and tender leaves that can usually be eaten whole. It has a fresh green flavour with a slightly peppery note when raw, becoming sweeter and more mellow after cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAustralia Baby Broccoli Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralia Baby Broccoli (Broccolini 小西兰花)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini broccoli, thin broccoli, broccolini, Baby broccoli, Broccolette, Asparation, Chinese kale broccoli, 小西兰花\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh long-stem broccoli-style vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Group\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrassica vegetable; commonly described as a broccoli and Chinese kale \/ gai lan style hybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong green stems with small florets and tender leaves, depending on batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild, slightly sweet, fresh green and lightly peppery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTender stems with small florets; best cooked until crisp-tender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStir-fries, roasting, grilling, steaming, salads, omelettes, quiche, pasta, rice bowls and vegetable sides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep refrigerated, unwashed and lightly wrapped. Use soon for best tenderness and freshness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste and Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia Baby Broccoli has a tender texture and a mild green flavour. The stems are slimmer and softer than regular broccoli stalks, while the small florets cook quickly and absorb seasoning well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen raw, baby broccoli has a fresh, slightly peppery bite. When cooked, it becomes sweeter, softer and more fragrant, especially when roasted, grilled, sautéed or stir-fried with garlic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Baby broccoli from Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso searched as Mini broccoli, thin broccoli and broccolini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTender stems, small florets and edible leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, sweet and lightly peppery flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be eaten raw when fresh and properly washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for roasting, grilling, steaming and stir-frying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-cooking vegetable for everyday meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBaby Broccoli, Broccolini, Mini Broccoli and Thin Broccoli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby broccoli is a common customer-friendly name for this vegetable. It is also widely searched as broccolini, Mini broccoli and thin broccoli because it has long slim stems and small broccoli-like florets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the name sounds like young broccoli, broccolini-style vegetables are different from regular broccoli heads. They are known for long tender stems, small florets and a sweeter, milder flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia Baby Broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain product name for this listing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroccolini\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon market name for long-stem baby broccoli style vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMini Broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSearch term for the smaller, slimmer broccoli-like format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThin Broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSearch term describing the long, slim stem shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroccolette\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnother name sometimes used for broccolini-style vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOlder\/common name associated with broccolini-style vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Kale Broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelated to the broccoli and Chinese kale \/ gai lan style background\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e小西兰花\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinese-style name meaning small broccoli \/ baby broccoli\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBaby Broccoli vs Regular Broccoli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby broccoli is different from regular broccoli. Regular broccoli has a large central head with thicker stalks, while baby broccoli has long tender stems, smaller florets and a more delicate texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaby Broccoli \/ Broccolini\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong slim stems with small florets and tender leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTender, quick-cooking and crisp-tender when cooked well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStir-fries, roasting, grilling, steaming, salads, omelettes and side dishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger green head with thicker stalks and bigger florets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirmer and more substantial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteaming, soups, stir-fries, casseroles, pasta and roasted vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan Baby Broccoli Be Eaten Whole?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Baby broccoli can usually be eaten whole, including the stems, small florets and tender leaves. Trim only the dry or tough bottom ends if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best texture, rinse well, shake off excess water and cook briefly. Overcooking can make the stems too soft and the florets lose their fresh green flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan Baby Broccoli Be Eaten Raw?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fresh baby broccoli can be eaten raw after washing. It can be used in salads, vegetable platters or served with dips, especially when the stems are young and tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a softer taste, blanch briefly or steam lightly before adding to salads, grain bowls or lunchboxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Cook Baby Broccoli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby broccoli is one of the easiest green vegetables to cook. It needs minimal preparation and cooks faster than regular broccoli because the stems are slim and tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir-fry with garlic, ginger and light soy sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauté with olive oil, butter or sesame oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteam until crisp-tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast with salt, pepper and garlic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrill with lemon and olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to omelettes, quiche or frittata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe raw with dips or salad dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to pasta, rice bowls, noodles and grain bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with beef, chicken, salmon, prawns, tofu or mushrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimple Baby Broccoli Stir-Fry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a simple stir-fry, trim the dry ends and cut the baby broccoli into shorter lengths if preferred. Heat oil in a wok, fry garlic until fragrant, then add the baby broccoli and stir-fry quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeason with light soy sauce, oyster sauce, mushroom sauce, sesame oil or a small pinch of salt. Add prawns, sliced beef, chicken, tofu, mushrooms or carrots for a fuller dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoasted Baby Broccoli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor roasted baby broccoli, toss the stems with olive oil, salt, black pepper and garlic. Roast until the stems are tender and the florets are lightly browned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted baby broccoli pairs well with lemon, parmesan, garlic butter, chilli flakes, sesame dressing, grilled chicken, steak, salmon, pasta and grain bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrilled Baby Broccoli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby broccoli is also suitable for grilling because the long stems are easy to handle and become lightly smoky. Brush with oil, season simply and grill until the stems are tender with light char marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe grilled baby broccoli as a side dish with steak, seafood, roasted meats, tofu, eggs or rice bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBaby Broccoli for Omelettes, Quiche and Salads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooked baby broccoli can be chopped into omelettes, quiche, frittata, pasta or baked dishes. The tender stems and small florets give a fresh green flavour without needing much preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor salads, use raw baby broccoli if very fresh, or blanch briefly for a softer bite. It works well with cherry tomatoes, avocado, feta, parmesan, nuts, sesame dressing, lemon vinaigrette and roasted vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNutrition Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate nutrition notes for baby broccoli \/ broccolini-style vegetables. These are general food references and are not lab-tested values for the current Australia Baby Broccoli batch. Exact values may vary by size, growing condition, freshness, storage and cooking method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally low in calories as a fresh green vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally high in water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in the stems, leaves and florets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in baby broccoli \/ broccolini-style vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in green brassica vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFolate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in varying amounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium and Iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in varying amounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains naturally occurring compounds found in brassica vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia Baby Broccoli can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. This is general food information and should not be treated as medical advice. This product page should not claim that baby broccoli controls blood pressure, lowers blood sugar, reduces inflammation, lowers cholesterol or treats any health condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose Baby Broccoli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose baby broccoli with fresh green stems, tight small florets and a crisp appearance. 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