- Glossary
- Bok choy - Asian leafy green vegetable
Bok choy - Asian leafy green vegetable
Bok choy is a leafy vegetable from the cabbage family, originating in China, where it has been cultivated for thousands of years. It has dark green leaves on white fleshy stalks and a mild, slightly bitter flavour.
It is a fundamental ingredient in Asian cuisine, used in stir-fries, soups, braised dishes and salads. It cooks very quickly and retains a crisp texture.
Bok choy is low in calories and rich in vitamins A, C and K, calcium and folate. It is available in standard and baby varieties.
- Bok choy originates from China and belongs to the cabbage family.
- It has dark green leaves on white fleshy stalks.
- It is a fundamental ingredient in Asian stir-fries and soups.
- It is low in calories and rich in vitamins A, C, and K.
Nutritional values (100 g of product contains)
Energy
13 kcal
< 1 %
Proteins
2 g
3 %
Fats
200 mg
< 1 %
Carbohydrates
2 g
< 1 %
Fiber
1 g
4 %
Salt
163 mg
3 %
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