Organic
Shanghai Bok Choy
"A delicious and nutritious Asian green"
A non-heading, loose-leafed Chinese cabbage with a delicate flavor and crunchy texture, prized for its mild taste and versatility in cooking.
Also known as
Shanghai Pak Choy, Chinese Choy, Celery Cabbage
Botanical name
Brassica rapa
Product Details
PLU Code
93163
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Bok Choy (Pak Choi) › All Sizes
Origin
China
Temperature
0 to 5°C (32 to 41°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Shanghai Bok Choy
Rich in vitamins A and C, and a good source of fiber, Shanghai Bok Choy is a cool-season crop typically harvested in the fall and early spring, often used in stir-fries and steaming.
Nutrition Information
Shanghai Bok Choy's nutrition facts per 100g serving are calories 15, total fat 0.9g, carbohydrates 2.3g, dietary fiber 1.1g, sugars 0.2g, protein 1.7g, sodium 2mg, potassium 252mg, vitamin A 206mcg, vitamin C 54mg, calcium 72mg, iron 0.3mg.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh bok choy (pak choi). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 5°C (32 to 41°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Perforated bags or boxes to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
Storage Notes: Leaf yellowing signals senescence from extended storage or storage warmer than optimal. Highest freezing point: -0.5°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 243-244.
Applies to: fresh bok choy (pak choi).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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