farm crops: gai lan
info: Gai lan is a leafy green. It is also known as Chinese Broccoli and has a sweet flavor similar to broccoli. A good source of vitamins A and C, and potassium. storage: Wrapped unwashed in a loose dampened paper towel and refrigerate. Will keep for up to one week.
preparation: Wash in cold water. Trim off any yellow leaves and stem ends. Chop to desired size/consistency.
Treat as you would any leafy green: saute, stir-fry, steam, or boil.
recipes:
from WorldCrops: Chinese broccoli
Unlike many other Asian greens in the Brasica family, this crop has a thick stem like cole crops that originated in the Mediterranean, such as broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts ("cole" means stem in old English). It is believed that early Portuguese explorers brought cabbage to Asia and through generations of selections it has developed into Chinese broccoli. ...read more