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🥬 VegetableLow glycemicGluten free
Choy sum
Çoy sum
Homeland
Southern China
Season
Autumn to spring
Nutrition values
Per 100 g, raw
| Energy | — kcal |
| Carbohydrate | — g |
| of which sugars | — g |
| Fiber | — g |
| Protein | — g |
| Fat | — g |
Did you know?
Its Chinese name means heart of the vegetable, and what is eaten is the tender flowering stem together with its yellow buds. A relative of bok choy, it is slimmer and slightly sweeter, and is steamed or briefly stir-fried.
Consumption tip
Even natural produce may carry pesticide residues. Wash fruits and vegetables under plenty of running water and discard the outer leaves of leafy greens. A short soak in vinegar water can also help reduce residues. Where possible, prefer certified organic or good-agricultural-practice products.