Details about Garlic Chives
Also known as Chinese chives, Chinese leek, nira, ku chai, kuchai
The edible stems of the Allium Tuberosum plant, garlic chives have hollow leaves and flowers in late summer, can be used fresh or frozen and can be very easily cross contaminated
Adding distinct flavor and fragrance to culinary creations
Nutrition
Garlic chives, also known as Allium Tuberosum, is a nutrient-rich herb. Here are some key nutrition facts for garlic chives per 100 grams of raw leaves.
Energy is 135 kilojoules,
protein is 3.0 grams,
fat is 0.5 grams,
carbohydrate is 4.5 grams,
dietary fibre is 2.5 grams.
Garlic chives are also a good source of minerals such as
potassium at 489 milligrams,
calcium at 92 milligrams,
magnesium at 35 milligrams,
iron at 2 milligrams, and
phosphorus at 71 milligrams.
Additionally, garlic chives are rich in vitamins
such as vitamin K at 184 micrograms,
folate at 105 micrograms,
vitamin C at 33 milligrams,
vitamin A at 6715 IU.
Storage
Keep cool, humid, and away from light. Prevent moisture accumulation to avoid decay
Storage conditions:- Temperature: 0°C to 10°C
- Humidity: 80-95%
Requires regular checks for decay and discoloration, stores best with air circulation, ideal for controlled atmosphere storage
Packaging
Breathable or perforated packaging, such as mesh or paper bags
Shelf life
2-4 weeks
