What Is Romanesco?

As the seasons begin to transition, you've likely noticed the offerings at the farmers' market are changing, too. .One unique vegetable that starts to crop up in produce aisles in the cooler months is Romanesco.You may have even wondered, what the heck is it? And you're not alone, so here's the scoop:.Romanesco goes by various names, like Romanesco broccoli, fractal broccoli, or Roman cauliflower.It's part of the Brassica genus (also known as cruciferous vegetables), just like Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale.Romanesco forms a logarithmic spiral and is a fractal, which is a geometric curve with a repetitive pattern.You can prepare Romanesco just as you would cauliflower or even broccoli and enjoy it raw or cooked.Romanesco is best eaten within a couple days of purchase but it will last up to a week in the fridge