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Gai Lan

Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra Allergen-Free
Gai Lan

Sourcing & Taxonomy

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

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Gai Lan ?

A leafy green vegetable from the brassica family, widely used in Cantonese cuisine, known for its slightly bitter taste.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Gai Lan ?

Le/La/L'Gai Lan a un goût bitter, slightly sweet avec des arômes earthy, green, slightly sulfur.

Taste
Bitter, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Crisp, Tender-crisp
Aroma
Earthy, Green, Slightly Sulfur
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 80g
Calories22 kcal
Total Fat0.4 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2.4 g
Total Carbohydrate4 g
Dietary Fiber2.4 g
Total Sugars1 g
Calcium180 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium250 mg

Le secret du chef

Blanching gai lan for 30-60 seconds before stir-frying ensures tender-crisp texture and vibrant color.

Substituts & Proportions pour Gai Lan

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Gai Lan est Broccoli Rabe, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Good for similar bitterness and texture in stir-fries and sides.

Substituts pour Gai Lan avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Broccoli Rabe Meilleur 1:1 Good for similar bitterness and texture in stir-fries and sides.
Broccolini 1:1 Milder flavor, similar tender stems and florets, great in Asian dishes.
Chinese Cabbage (Napa Cabbage) 1:1 Different texture, but can offer a similar bulk and freshness in stir-fries.
Spinach 1:1 (cooked) Softer texture, but provides green vegetable bulk, less bitter.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Gai Lan

Look for vibrant green leaves and firm, unblemished stalks; avoid yellowing.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Gai Lan ?

  • Garlic
  • Oyster Sauce
  • Ginger
  • Soy Sauce
  • Pork
  • Beef
  • Chili.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Gai Lan ?

Bitter, Slightly Sweet Earthy, Green, Slightly Sulfur

Quel est un bon substitut pour Gai Lan ?

Le meilleur substitut est Broccoli Rabe (1:1). Good for similar bitterness and texture in stir-fries and sides.

Comment choisir et conserver le Gai Lan ?

Look for vibrant green leaves and firm, unblemished stalks; avoid yellowing.

Ingrédients Vegetable associés

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