Chinese Cabbage, Chinese leaves, Nappa Cabbage, Pak
choy, Petsai, Shantung
Brassica pekinensis
Long pale green leaves of this vegetable give the head a
shape resembling romaine. In the United States the cabbage carries
the title of Nappa, named after the Nappa Valley where it is grown.
Select firm white leaves, and eat as soon after purchase as
possible. The Cabbage can be stored for several days in the
refrigerator.
This cabbage has several popular uses including stir fry, and boiled
and served with butter.
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