This vegetable, also known as white Chinese cabbage, Chinese chard or Chinese mustard cabbage, is somewhat better known than the others we've mentioned. Both are good-tasting and nutritious. Chinese broccoli, or gai lum . It's leafier than our broccoli, with a smaller head. Americans might consider it a welcome change of pace.
Pea leaves, or leaves from the pea plant.
Wendy Riu of Grand Sichuan International says this is a delicacy, served only when in season. If you're interested in preparing them yourself, there are hundreds of books and websites devoted to Chinese cooking. Or if you're less adventuresome, like this reporter, you'll go the restaurant route. At any rate, finding and eating these unusual Chinese vegetables are well worth the difficulty. Next, click on an article from those displayed.