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Chinese Cabbage

July 28, 2009 by Daniel C

Fresh vegetables are a very important part of Chinese cooking, and most meals include a variety of seasonal produce. Many supermarkets carry a selection of Chinese vegetables, including sugar (snow) peas, bean sprouts, and Chinese (celery) cabbage. Bok choy, a variety of cabbage that has crisp white stalks and dark green leaves, is a particular favorite in China. Delicious in stir-fries or alone, bok choy is rapidly growing in popularity outside of China as well.Vegetables can be cooked by themselves or combined with other ingredients. In most cases, the cooking time for vegetables is short so that the original color is retained and the texture remains crisp. This cooking method also preserves important vitamins and nutrients. Crisp, healthy Chinese cabbage is a welcome addition to any meal.