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Kohlrabi
kohl-RAH-bee • swollen stem brassica
🟢 Non-Climacteric (Vine Only)
🛡 Low Ethylene
How to Tell if Kohlrabi is Ripe
Store CheckKohlrabi is a non-climacteric fruit and does NOT ripen after being picked. It will only soften or rot. Buy it ready to eat.
👁 Visual Checks
- Look for uniform color without green under-tones
- Check for matte/dull skin rather than shiny plastic finish
- Look for natural sugar spots or field marks
✋ Tactile & Aroma
- Heft: Should feel heavy for its size (indicates juice content)
- Give: Slight yield under gentle palm pressure, never thumb poking
- Aroma: Fragrant sweet smell at the stem end
How to Store Kohlrabi
Optimal Spot
fridge
Shelf Life (Ripe)
14–30 Days
Ethylene Sensitivity
High (Isolate)
Storage Protocol: Store immediately in the refrigerator crisper drawer. Keep away from high ethylene emitters like bananas and apples.
Peak Seasonality & Harvest Geography
USDA / AMS Verified
A cool-weather brassica with peak harvests in late spring and autumn.
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Global Growing Geography:
Cool-temperate zones globally, widely grown in Germany, Austria, Northern Europe, India, and North America
Common Varieties & PLU Codes
| Variety Name | PLU Codes | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Duke (Green Kohlrabi) | 3092 | Standard commercial supermarket cultivar |
| Purple Vienna | — | Standard commercial supermarket cultivar |
Kitchen Pairings & Chef Hacks
Flavor Pairings
ApplesLemon JuiceParmesanDillOlive OilMustardWalnuts
Chef Hacks & Prep Tricks
💡 Raw Apple-Kohlrabi Slaw: Matchstick raw kohlrabi and Granny Smith apple, toss with lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh dill for an insanely crisp spring salad.
💡 Don't Waste Greens: Sauté attached kohlrabi leaves in olive oil and garlic—they taste just as delicious as Tuscan kale or collard greens!
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