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Chinese Broccoli
Gai lan, a brassica grown for its thick stems, blue-green leaves, and small florets. It is closer to broccoli than to a headed cabbage.
Origin
A southern Chinese vegetable, now grown in many market gardens.
Flavour
Bitter-sweet and mustardy, with a juicy stem.
How to use it
Trim the dry ends and blanch or stir-fry it. The stem needs a little longer than the leaves.
Storage
Refrigerate and use within a few days.
Recipes using it
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