White Asparagus

Commodity Overview

Green is the standard color of asparagus, while this white version is grown under ground so it doesn't go through photosynthesis. In the times of the Greeks and Romans, it was considered the food of kings for its flavor and medicinal properties. The tips of the spears are generally preferred but the whole spear is edible.

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Characteristics

Commodity: Asparagus
Category: Cooking Vegetables
Characteristics: Asparagus should be firm and blemish free but white all the way through.
Appearance: Long, thin and spear-like.
Flesh: White
Flavor: Unique and rich with slight bitterness, though more mild than green asparagus
Size: About 6-12 inches long with width ranging from pencil to marker thickness
Color: White
Shape: Long, thin
Suggested Preparations / Tips: They may be steamed, sauteed, grilled or blanched.
Commonly Cooked: Yes
Availability: Year-round
Additional Notes: Photo courtesy Frieda's Inc.

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