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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

O Que É Gai Lan?

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

Qual o Sabor de Gai Lan?

Gai Lan tem um sabor bitter, slightly sweet com aromas de earthy, green, slightly sulfur.

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

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

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

Segredo do Chef

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

Substitutos e Proporções de Gai Lan

O melhor substituto para Gai Lan é Broccoli Rabe, usado na proporção de 1:1. Good for similar bitterness and texture in stir-fries and sides.

Substitutos para Gai Lan com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Broccoli Rabe Melhor 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.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Gai Lan

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

O Que Combina Bem Com Gai Lan?

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

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Gai Lan?

Bitter, Slightly Sweet Earthy, Green, Slightly Sulfur

Qual é um bom substituto para Gai Lan?

O melhor substituto é Broccoli Rabe (1:1). Good for similar bitterness and texture in stir-fries and sides.

Como escolher e armazenar Gai Lan?

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

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