Kai-lan

Kai -lan, also known as Chinese broccoli ( in Chinese ( simpl. / Trad. )芥兰/芥兰), is a slightly bitter leaf vegetable with flat, glossy blue - green leaves and thick stems.

Kai -lan belongs to the genus cabbage (Brassica oleracea) and is related to broccoli and kale, which it somewhat resembles in taste.

Kai -lan is very common in Chinese cuisine, especially in the Mandarin cuisine, cooked served with oyster sauce, for example, fried with ginger and garlic or. In contrast to broccoli, where only the flower parts are consumed, Kai -lan is usually prepared with leaves and stems.

• Chinese Food
• Cabbage