Tsoi Tsim

About

Tsoi tsim is an Asian green vegetable similar to kale.

Physical Description

Green leaves (similar to kale, but less wrinkly) on green or purple stems (similar to a dandelion stalk) with small edible yellow blossoms

Colors: Green, purple, yellow

Tasting Notes

Flavors: Salty
Substitutes: Kale, Spinach

Selecting and Buying

Seasonality: june
Peak: june
Buying: Look for tsoi tsim at farmers' markets.

Preparation and Use

Try quickly sauteing the whole plant or just the leaves with olive oil, black pepper, and garlic powder.

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