How are broccolini made?: The Story Behind the Broccoli-Kale Hybrid
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Developed over eight years by the Sakata Seed Company in Japan, broccolini is not baby broccoli but a natural hybrid of broccoli and Chinese kale (gai lan). This sweet and tender vegetable has become a popular alternative to traditional broccoli, admired for its entirely edible long, slender stems and mild, peppery flavor.
