Sweet Broccoli Stems $4 each or 3 for $10 Approx. 300 g per bunchEquivalent to $13.33/kg (or $11.11/kg when you buy 3).Comparable supermarket broccolini typically retails for around $18–30/kg, but sweet broccoli stems are rarely available. What it is Grown organically in Murgon and picked fresh for exceptional flavour and freshness. Tender broccoli stems harvested young for eating quality, topped with small florets and often edible flowers. Every part of the bunch is edible. Often called winter asparagus, sweet broccoli stems are one of the sweetest and most tender brassicas you can grow. Flavour Mild, sweet and slightly nutty with crisp, juicy stems that are far sweeter than store-bought broccoli. They're so sweet they rarely make it to the kitchen from my own garden! Best enjoyed Perfect for: Eating raw straight from the bunch. Slicing thinly into salads. Air frying until just stems are tender and leaves are crispy. Stir-frying with garlic and olive oil. Steaming lightly with butter. Tossing through pasta with butter, garlic and Parmesan. Folding through scrambled eggs, omelettes and quiches. The flowers are edible too and make a beautiful garnish. Before You Cook Wash thoroughly under cool running water before use. Trim a thin slice from the base of the stems if needed. Slice thicker stems lengthways so everything cooks evenly. Cooking Tips ⚠️ Fresh vegetables cook faster than store-bought produce. Check early to avoid overcooking. Sweet broccoli stems are delicious raw and need only light cooking to preserve their sweetness and crisp texture. First in. Best fed.
