Toon shoots, originally from South East Asia, also known as Chinese toon. This microgreen has the marmite effect, meaty, nutty and full body. Perfect to enrich sauce and salads, giving it that wonderful Oriental flavour. Why not try adding some to your next stir-fry and discovering it for yourself.

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