Chinese cabbage (also known as napa cabbage or Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis) is a leafy vegetable that originated in East Asia and is widely used in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese cuisines. It’s milder, more tender, and juicier than regular green cabbage.
???? Chinese Cabbage – Overview
Appearance:
Elongated, oval head
Pale green crinkled leaves with thick white stalks
Soft texture and high moisture content
???? Taste:
Mild, sweet, and slightly peppery
Less pungent than round cabbage, and much more tender when raw or cooked
️ Common Culinary Uses
Preparation Description
Raw Used in salads, wraps, or slaws
Stir-fried Cooks quickly, ideal for wok dishes
Soups Popular in ramen, hot pots, or broths
Pickled Main ingredient in Korean kimchi
Steamed or braised Becomes silky and absorbs flavors
Stuffed Leaves can be filled with meat, rice, or veggies
Health Benefits
Low in calories, high in fiber and water content
Good source of:
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Folate
Calcium and potassium
Contains antioxidants and supports digestion
Buying & Storage
Choose heads that are firm and compact
Leaves should be crisp and light green, not wilted or yellowing
Store in the refrigerator, wrapped in plastic – stays fresh up to 1–2 weeks
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE ORDER
Delivery: every Thursday of the week, free of charge for pick-up points! Orders received on Thursday of the week can be delivered until 10 pm on Monday!
Placing Orders: every week from Wednesday afternoon 5.00 pm to Monday evening 10.00 pm.
Orders placed on Wednesday will be delivered on Thursday of the following week, not the next day!
We cannot take orders all day on Tuesday and until 5pm on Wednesday, as we are busy picking veggies and packing your boxes only then do we see what we will have in stock for the following week. Many thanks for understanding!
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