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Mediterranean cabbage
Scientific Name: Brassica fruticulosa
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Mediterranean Cabbage (Brassica fruticulosa)
This page provides information about Mediterranean Cabbage, also known by its scientific name Brassica fruticulosa.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- Cabbage, especially when shredded (as in slaw or salad recipes frequently mentioned), could present a potential choking hazard for small children or pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brassica fruticulosa Cyr.
- Common Name: Mediterranean Cabbage
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
Quirky Facts
- Some studies suggest that short-cooked and raw cabbage varieties might have cancer-fighting properties.
- Pickled red cabbage is a popular food item in Turkish cuisine.
Culinary Uses
Mediterranean cabbage is a versatile ingredient used in a wide variety of dishes, particularly in Mediterranean cuisine. It is often shredded and used in salads (such as Lebanese Cabbage Salad), slaws, and as a side dish. The leaves are also used to make stuffed cabbage rolls (dolmas), with various fillings including meat, rice, vegetables, and spices. It can be prepared in numerous ways, including raw, cooked, pickled, and fermented.
Associated Recipes and Dishes
- Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (various Mediterranean styles, including vegan and vegetarian options)
- Lebanese Cabbage Salad (Salatet Malfoof)
- Cabbage Slaw (often with Mediterranean-style dressing)
- Cypriot Cabbage Salad with Nuts and Raisins
- Vegan Mediterranean Cabbage Rolls
- Pickled Red Cabbage
- Ukrainian cabbage soup