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Purple dawn are a new variety of Kumara that have a purple flesh right through. A great addition to that kumara medley.
Sweet tasting and soft. Great for toasting, mashing and with a vibrant colour. Purple kumara has great health benefits too.
Cooking tip: Add a dash of vinegar into the water while you boil them to help retain their vibrant purple colour.
Why buyers choose it
Eye-catching purple vegetable for a colourful plate. People eat with their eyes first!
Sweet flavour and soft texture for roast, mash and purée applications. Great as a base for a Main course or a side dish or salad
Part of the purple vegetable family (rich in anthocyanins) for a strong nutrition story
How to use Purple Dawn
Roast: Great colour and a soft texture.
Mash or purée: Ideal when you want a vibrant colour pop on the plate
Medleys: Mix with orange and gold for visual variety
Available in 20kg returnable Loscam Crates
FAQ Section:
What does Purple Dawn kumara taste like?
Purple Dawn is sweet tasting with a soft texture when cooked. It is not as sweet as other kumara varieties and has more of an earthy taste. Adding crushed garlic or onion to a purple kumara mash can add a depth of flavour.
Does Purple Dawn have any nutrition benefits?
Purple kumara is part of the purple vegetable family and is rich in anthocyanins, which have anti-flammatory properties. Purple Dawn Kumara anthocyanins are significantly higher than other root vegetables – it even rivals superfruits like blueberries! Purple Dawn kumara has more antioxidants compared to even other kumara varieties.
How do I keep the purple colour when boiling?
Add a dash of vinegar to the boiling water to help retain the vibrant colour.
