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Choy Sum

Brassica rapa subsp. parachinensis Allergen-Free
Choy Sum

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Brassicaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Choy Sum ?

A leafy green vegetable originating from China, related to bok choy, prized for its tender stems and mild, slightly bitter leaves.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Choy Sum ?

Le/La/L'Choy Sum a un goût mild, slightly bitter, earthy, sweet avec des arômes fresh, green, slightly cabbage-like.

Taste
Mild, Slightly Bitter, Earthy, Sweet
Texture
Crisp, Tender, Succulent
Aroma
Fresh, Green, Slightly Cabbage-like
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 cup (85g)
Calories13 kcal
Total Fat0.2 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.5 g
Total Carbohydrate2.3 g
Dietary Fiber1.3 g
Total Sugars0.8 g
Calcium108 mg
Iron0.8 mg
Potassium252 mg

Le secret du chef

To retain its vibrant color and crispness, blanch choy sum quickly in boiling water, then immediately plunge into an ice bath before stir-frying.

Substituts & Proportions pour Choy Sum

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Choy Sum est Bok Choy, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Excellent for stir-fries and steaming, similar mild flavor and texture.

Substituts pour Choy Sum avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Bok Choy Meilleur 1:1 Excellent for stir-fries and steaming, similar mild flavor and texture.
Gai Lan (Chinese Broccoli) 1:1 Good for stir-fries, has a slightly stronger, more bitter flavor but similar stem crunch.
Spinach 1:1 (cooked) Offers similar leafy green bulk for soups/stir-fries, but lacks the distinctive stem crunch.
Napa Cabbage 1:1 Softer texture but mild flavor, suitable for soups and braises.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Choy Sum

Look for firm, vibrant green leaves and crisp stems without any yellowing or wilting.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Choy Sum ?

  • Garlic
  • ginger
  • oyster sauce
  • soy sauce
  • sesame oil
  • chicken
  • pork
  • fish.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Choy Sum ?

Mild, Slightly Bitter, Earthy, Sweet Fresh, Green, Slightly Cabbage-like

Quel est un bon substitut pour Choy Sum ?

Le meilleur substitut est Bok Choy (1:1). Excellent for stir-fries and steaming, similar mild flavor and texture.

Comment choisir et conserver le Choy Sum ?

Look for firm, vibrant green leaves and crisp stems without any yellowing or wilting.

Ingrédients Vegetable associés

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