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When to Use Pak Choi?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 6 min read
When to Use Pak Choi?

Asian greens
Serve this simple side as part of a Chinese meal. Pak choi and other Asian vegetables are cooked in water, then drizzled with an oyster sauce dressing to give an umami hit. For another tempting side dish, try our sesame pak choi, stir-fried in groundnut and sesame oil with a hint of chilli.

What can pak choi be used for?

What is pak choi? Also known as bok choy or horse's ear, this low-calorie, vitamin-rich Asian vegetable is part of the cabbage family. It tastes somewhat similar to spinach and can be used in much the same way: raw in salads, or lightly cooked in stir-frys, tofu dishes, or roast vegetable sides.

When should you pick pak choi?

Pak choi can be harvested from late spring to late summer, if repeated sowings are made. Baby leaves are ready to harvest in as little as 30 days, while semi-mature to full-sized heads take 45–75 days.

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.