This week's surprise is shishito peppers from Bodhitree Farm in Brown Mills, NJ. Bodhitree Farm is one of the most beautiful farms at the Wednesday Morning Greenmarket at Union Square. Delicately laid out on white table cloths, the wide variety of specialty produce and predominantly Asian vegetables from Bodhitree Farm is a sight not to be missed! Nevia, the spiritual gardener of Bodhitree Farm was one of the first farmers to sell shishito peppers at the NY Greenmarkets. Enjoy these grilled, blistered, roasted, or pan-fried. Every 10 to 20 of these peppers can be very hot!
Rau ram is a knotweed relative and an exotic herb with bright green leaves and maroon-shaded “ink blots.” It’s best used with Southeast Asian dishes like drunken noodles or lemongrass curries. It generally can stand-in as a substitute for cilantro or mint in most Vietnamese recipes.
Micro Bronze Fennel grows in delicate feathery wisps and has a mild sweet liquorice flavor. It is often used to garnish desserts, and its bronze tone is utilized in adding contrast to lightly colored dishes.
The recipes for this week's menu highlight the great flavors in this week's greens pack. This meal plan includes quick and everyday recipes for breakfast and lunch when times are busy, snacks that provide an energy boost for the afternoon, and a few involved dinners for a chance to unwind!
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