When is it seasonal? Cooler seasons (spring, fall)
Varieties: both are Asian varieties of cabbage
- Baby Bok Choy: a small variety, usually about 6 inches long.
- Large Bok Choy: these can get pretty large, even over 12 inches long. The white, firm portion has a crunchy texture, and can cooked longer in sautés or soups longer to soften it.
- Tat soi (bottom left in the photo): Looks similar spinach and has a soft, creamy texture and similar in flavor to bok choy.
Nutrition: Tat soi has 2x the amount of calcium as milk! Both greens are high in Vitamins A, C, calcium, folate, fiber, beta-carotene and phytonutrients.
Culinary Basics:
- Both greens are great for a quick saute in oil or a sauce. They are also both great to add to any broth or soups. Bok choy can be cut in half and grilled!
