Invasive Species

I have become aware of a number of invasive species that farmers seem to be unaware of. These invasive species are actually on sale at most greengrocers and supermarkets, who seem intent on poisoning us all.

I speak of sprouts, broccoli and cauliflower, which go under the generic term of brassicas. These invasive species taste hideous, with the flavour having to be masked with cheese, bacon or some other addition before becoming even vaguely palatable.

This is due to the presence of glucosinolates, which are compounds that are broken down into isothiocyanates and other compounds that give brassicas their characteristic and rather disgusting flavour.

Some people take part in testing challenges where they force themselves to eat these plants without any condiment or sauce whatsoever and don't take any precautions against the unbelievable stench these brassicas produce when being cooked, which is something akin to the odour experienced when walking into an old people's home. It's like a bush tucker trial and something I would not wish to participate in.