Romanesco broccoli

Romanesco
Romanesco, showing its self-similar form
SpeciesBrassica oleracea
Cultivar groupBotrytis cultivar group

Romanesco broccoli (also known as broccolo romanesco, romanesque cauliflower, or simply romanesco) is a cultivar of the cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis). It is one of two types of broccoflower. It is an edible flower bud of the species Brassica oleracea, which also includes regular broccoli and cauliflower. It is chartreuse in color and has a striking form that naturally approximates a fractal. Romanesco has a nutty flavor and a firmer texture than white cauliflower or broccoli when cooked.

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