4607 Chinese/Indian Mustard

"Add a spicy kick to your meals with Chinese/Indian Mustard"

A popular Asian green with a peppery flavor and crunchy texture.

Also known as: Gai choy, Kai choi, Indian mustard greens, Brown mustard

Botanical name: Brassica juncea

Chinese/Indian Mustard illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

4607 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

VegetablesGai (Gui) Choy (Chinese or Indian Mustard)All Sizes

Origin

Originated in the Himalayan region of India and China, now cultivated worldwide

Storage Temperature

2-5°C (36-41°F)

Shelf Life

7-14 days

Status

Approved

About Chinese/Indian Mustard

Chinese/Indian Mustard is a cool-season crop that requires moderate temperatures and high humidity to grow. It's rich in vitamins A, C, and K, and is often used in Asian cuisine for salads, stir-fries, and soups.

Nutrition Information

The nutrition facts for Chinese or Indian Mustard are approximately as follows

100 grams of Chinese or Indian Mustard contains

About 3g of protein

93 kcal of energy

2.47g of fat

11.39g of carbohydrates

11.2g of dietary fiber

6.62g of sugar

0.3g of water

Other nutrients including vitamins B1 B2 B3 B9 C and minerals like potassium calcium phosphorus etc

Storage & Handling

Chinese or Indian mustard requires cool and humid storage conditions.

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 2-5°C (36-41°F)
Humidity: 80-90%
Packaging: perforated or ventilated containers/bags
Shelf Life: 7-14 days
Storage Notes: Ethylene production is moderate. High humidity helps to maintain the vegetable's crispiness.

Search PLU Codes

Tags
4607Chinese/Indian MustardBrassica junceaAll SizesVegetablesGai (Gui) Choy (Chinese or Indian Mustard)Approved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
gai-gui-choy-chinese-or-indian-mustard
Variety:
Chinese or Indian Mustard
Created:
December 1999
Last Updated:
December 2023
PLU Code Reference

4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce

5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce

5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)


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