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General Produce
Bok Choy

  
        
      Common Packs:    
    
  
  
      
  
  
5- to 65-lb. cartons
3- and 6-count cartons
  
        
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Good quality bok choy should exhibit clean, crisp stalks and fresh-looking leaves. Avoid wilted or significantly discolored product.
  
        
      Storage Handling:    
    
  
  
     
  
  
  
Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)
- 32-36° F/0-2° C
 - 90-98% relative humidity
 
  
        
      Shelf-Life:    
    
  
  
      
  
  
21 days.
  
        
      Troubleshooting:    
    
  
  
      
  
  
Wilting can occur if bok choy is stored in an area with low humidity. Store properly.
Exposure to ethylene gas can cause yellowing and a loss of green color. For best quality, keep bok choy away from ethylene-producing fruits and ripening rooms.
  
        
      Usage Ideas:    
    
  
  
      
  
  
    
- Stir-fry chopped bok choy, chopped red cabbage, broccoli florets, and thinly sliced beef; add teriyaki sauce; serve with brown rice.
 - Grill bok choy, Shiitake mushrooms, and green onions; serve with Hoisin sauce.
 

