Rapini or broccoli rabe is a green cruciferous vegetable, with the leaves, buds, and stems all being edible; the buds somewhat resemble broccoli, but do not form a large head. Rapini is known for its bitter taste, and is particularly associated with Mediterranean cuisine.
Broccoli rabe
species of plant
Characteristic of:
Italian cuisine
Contained by:
Orecchiette con cime di rapait
Also known as:
Italian:
cime di rapa
Wikidata ID:
Q702282
Wikipedia title:
Rapini
References:
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