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.

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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All Seasons Mushroom Farms Inc

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Business Type:

Broker

Location HQ:

Langley, V3A 9J5 British Columbia

Cooking Vegetables:

Mushrooms, White Asparagus, Shiitake Mushrooms

Produce Partners

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Business Type:

Importer, Wholesaler

Location HQ:

London, SW17 9SH

Berries:

Blackberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Strawberries

Citrus:

Limes, Oranges

Deciduous Fruit:

Grapes

Tropical Fruit:

Pineapple

Cooking Vegetables:

Asparagus, Sweet Potatoes

RD Produce bv

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Business Type:

Exporter, Importer

Location HQ:

Amsterdam, 1013 AD

Cooking Vegetables:

Asparagus, Brussels Sprouts, Celery Root, Eggplant, Leeks, Peppers, Chili, Radicchio

Salad Vegetables:

Peppers, Bell, Cucumbers, Lettuce

Rutti LLC

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Business Type:

Wholesaler

Location HQ:

Shenandoah, 77385 Texas

Cooking Vegetables:

Asparagus, Green Asparagus, White Asparagus, Purple Asparagus, Brussels Sprouts, Green Brussels Sprouts, Purple Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, White Cauliflower, Green Cauliflower

Victoria's Choice LLC

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Business Type:

Exporter, Importer, Wholesaler

Location HQ:

Pharr, 78577 Texas

Cooking Vegetables:

Asparagus, Green Asparagus, White Asparagus, Purple Asparagus, Cabbage, Napa Cabbage, Red Cabbage, Green Cabbage, Savoy Cabbage, Pointy/Sweetheart Cabbage