Cabbage Chinese Minuet brings tender, crinkled light green leaves and crisp pale ribs to stir-fries, slaws, soups and pickles. This non-GMO hybrid Chinese cabbage produces compact heads suited to home gardens and raised beds. Harvest a head for dinner and turn its mild leaves into a quick garlic-ginger side dish. Grow as a cool-season crop; head development and harvest timing vary with planting date and weather.

Germination Rate: 98%. Test Date: 8/25. JSS.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%.

Why Choose Chinese Minuet Cabbage?

• Compact Heads: A practical choice for raised beds and smaller vegetable gardens.
• Tender Leaves and Crisp Ribs: Enjoy contrasting textures in fresh salads or quickly cooked dishes.
• Kitchen Versatility: Use your harvest in stir-fries, slaws, soups and tested pickling recipes.
• Non-GMO Hybrid: Produced through controlled cross-pollination, not genetic engineering. Saved seed may not reproduce the same traits.
• Tested Germination: The lot's recorded laboratory result is listed above; field emergence depends on soil and growing conditions.

Planting Tips for Success

• Season: Plan for cool weather. Use local extension guidance to time spring or fall sowings and avoid prolonged summer heat.
• Sunlight: Choose a site with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
• Soil: Use fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8. Incorporate compost before planting.
• Starting Plants: Direct sow for a fall crop or transplant young seedlings carefully without disturbing roots. Harden off indoor-grown plants before transplanting.
• Spacing: Allow 12–18 inches between plants and 24–36 inches between rows.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, not waterlogged. Mulch to reduce moisture swings and check soil before watering.
• Fertilizing: Base fertilizer on a soil test and follow the product label. Maintain steady nutrition during leafy growth.
• Support: No staking is generally needed. Give each plant room to develop its head.
• Pest Management: Inspect for caterpillars, aphids and feeding damage. Secure insect netting or row covers around the bed and check underneath regularly.
• Harvesting: Cut heads at the base when well filled and firm for their type. Use head development rather than a calendar alone to judge readiness.

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Cooking Methods

• Stir-Frying: Cook chopped ribs first, then add the tender leaves near the end.
• Fresh Slaws: Thinly slice washed leaves and ribs and toss with a light sesame or citrus dressing.
• Soups: Add sliced ribs early enough to soften and leaves shortly before serving.
• Braising: Gently simmer wedges with broth, garlic and ginger until tender.
• Pickling: Follow a tested recipe appropriate for the method, including its refrigeration or fermentation instructions.

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Nutritional Information

General raw cabbage reference values retained from this listing, not a laboratory analysis of Minuet. Applies to harvested cabbage, not planting seeds. Per 1 cup shredded raw cabbage, approximately 89 grams.

• Calories: 22
• Total Fat: 0.1 gram
• Sodium: 16 milligrams
• Total Carbohydrate: 5 grams
• Dietary Fiber: 2.2 grams
• Total Sugars: 2.9 grams
• Protein: 1.1 grams
• Vitamin C: 32.6 milligrams (36% Daily Value)
• Vitamin K: 67.6 micrograms (56% Daily Value)
• Folate: 38 micrograms (10% Daily Value)

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Head size, texture and harvest timing vary with weather, soil and growing practices. Hybrid offspring may not reproduce the parent variety's characteristics.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from sunlight. Keep refrigerated seed airtight and let the sealed container warm before opening to limit condensation.
• Planting Zones: Grow as a cool-season annual. Local frost dates and seasonal temperatures are more useful for planting dates than hardiness zone alone.

Garlic-Ginger Chinese Minuet Cabbage Stir-Fry

A quick side dish featuring harvested cabbage, not planting seeds. Serves 4 as a side. Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 7–9 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh Chinese Minuet cabbage
• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, optional garnish

Directions

1. Remove damaged outer leaves. Separate and rinse the cabbage thoroughly under running water, then drain and pat dry. Trim away the tough base. Cut the thick ribs crosswise into ½-inch pieces and the leafy portions into 1-inch pieces, keeping them separate.
2. Mix soy sauce, water and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chopped ribs and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until starting to soften. Work in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
4. Add garlic, ginger and optional pepper flakes. Stir for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
5. Add the leaves and sauce mixture. Toss for 2–4 minutes, until the leaves wilt and the ribs are tender-crisp. Cook briefly uncovered if excess liquid remains.
6. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil and toss. Sprinkle with optional sesame seeds and serve immediately.

Serving Options: Serve alongside rice, tofu or cooked chicken. For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free tamari. Soy and sesame are allergens; choose suitable substitutions when needed.

Storage and Food Safety: Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour when temperatures exceed 90°F. Use within 3–4 days and reheat to 165°F.

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