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Carciofo Romanesco del Lazio
Also known as: Mammola, Romanesco, Roman artichoke
The full description of this designation is still being verified against the EU register.
Tasting notes
Lazio Roman artichoke (Romanesco/Mammola variety). Large round green-violet heads, tender heart, distinctive sweet flavor with low bitter notes — the iconic Roman artichoke.
HoReCa use
Carciofi alla giudia (deep-fried whole — Roman-Jewish classic), alla romana (braised with mint and garlic — Roman classic), in salads, pasta sauces.
Packaging
- crate-5kg
- retail-bunch-500g
- single-large-tray-300g
Seasonality
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