Cima De Rapa, 1kg

Cima di Rapa 1kg is 1kg of cima di rapa – the Italian turnip tops or broccoli rabe, one of the essential vegetables of southern Italian cooking, particularly in Puglia. Cima di rapa has a pleasantly bitter, slightly peppery flavour with a deep, complex green character. As a result, it is the defining ingredient in orecchiette con cime di rapa, arguably the most important pasta dish of Puglia. Furthermore, its bitterness mellows beautifully when blanched and sauteed in olive oil with garlic and chilli. In particular, the small yellow flowers and tender shoots are the most prized part.

About Cima di Rapa 1kg

We source our vegetables and seasonal produce from specialist growers across Britain and Europe. In particular, we select every variety for its flavour, condition and provenance. As a result, the produce we deliver meets a standard well above what most supermarkets carry. Furthermore, we prioritise seasonal and heritage varieties over commodity produce. These varieties exist because growers selected them for taste, not yield or shelf life. However, they require more care and attention to grow. In particular, heritage and specialty vegetables often have shorter seasons and more demanding growing conditions. Additionally, we work with growers who share our commitment to quality. A short supply chain from grower to your door makes all the difference to freshness. That is why Cima di Rapa 1kg from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Cima di Rapa 1kg From Us

Cooking with genuinely seasonal and specialty produce transforms everyday dishes. In contrast to commodity vegetables, these varieties carry a depth of flavour that rewards simple treatment. As a result, the best preparation is often the simplest. Furthermore, freshness is everything with vegetables. We deliver direct from our suppliers so you cook with produce at its peak. However, even the finest vegetables need a little attention in the kitchen. In particular, most benefit from minimal cooking rather than long boiling. Moreover, good olive oil, sea salt and a little acidity — lemon juice or a splash of vinegar — bring out the best in almost everything. Additionally, the variety and provenance of what you cook matters. That is why we choose these ingredients so carefully.

How to Cook Cima di Rapa 1kg

To get the very best from Cima di Rapa 1kg:

• Blanch in well-salted water for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender, then drain thoroughly.
• Saute the blanched greens with good olive oil, garlic and chilli flakes for the definitive Puglian preparation.
• Furthermore, cima di rapa is the essential partner for orecchiette – toss with the pasta, anchovy and good Puglian olive oil.
• Additionally, use as a side dish for Italian sausages, pork or grilled meats where its bitterness provides a welcome contrast.

Perfect Pairings

Cima di Rapa 1kg pairs beautifully with:

• Orecchiette, anchovy and good Puglian olive oil – the defining combination
• Garlic, chilli and the finest extra virgin olive oil from Puglia alongside
• A glass of Primitivo, Negroamaro or a robust southern Italian red
• Italian pork sausages, guanciale or good aged Pecorino

Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within a few days of delivery. Most vegetables are best stored unwashed in the fridge. However, root vegetables and onions keep well in a cool, dark, dry place. Furthermore, use as soon as possible after delivery for the finest flavour. Delivered fresh and ready to prepare.

However you prepare it, Cima di Rapa 1kg brings a depth of flavour and quality to the table that commodity produce simply cannot match. Moreover, cooking with the finest seasonal produce is one of the great pleasures of the kitchen.