I’m going to show you how to store bok choy to last for weeks. All you need is aluminum foil and a bag to keep greens crisp, crunchy and fresh!
Ok, so you’ve grown lots of bok choy (here’s how we grow bok choy indoors). But now you need to store it to make it last!
I’ve showed you how to freeze bok choy, but now I’m here to help you store bok choy. This method is very similar to how I store lettuce, and how I store kale, keeping it fresh for almost a month.
Should I wash greens before storing?
No, wash them when you’re ready to use them, not before storing them. Adding extra moisture to them before they go in the refrigerator is going to shorten their lifespan. When you’re ready to use them in your favorite salad or stir fry, then give them a wash in your salad spinner.
How to store bok choy
Pick your bok choy from the garden, or buy from the grocery store/farmers market. Don’t wash it, but shake it to remove any dirt and debris.
Rip a piece of aluminum foil that’s large enough to be able to completely cover the bok choy once it’s folded up. I don’t like to package the bok choy too tight together to prevent leaves from breaking, but you can layer them.
Now fold the sides together.
And then fold up the top and bottom, making sure the bok choy is completely covered.
Depending on the amount of bok choy you have, you might have to do this 2 or 3 times. I try to separate them into meals if possible to make it easier to use.
Finally, place into a plastic bag (I use freezer bags and reuse them), leaving the bag slightly open (don’t seal it completely).
Now put in your crisper drawer in the refrigerator, and you’re all set. Once you need bok choy, grab some, wash it and be amazed by how crisp and crunchy it is!
Best Bok Choy Recipes
Baby Bok Choy in Chicken Broth
Bok Choy and Garlic Over Pasta
Creamy Bok Choy Spaghetti
Chinese Bok Choy and Mushroom Noodles
How to store other vegetables
How to Store Cucumbers to Last for Weeks
How to Store and Freeze Strawberries
How to Store Carrots For Months
How to Store Garlic For a Long Time
How to Store Potatoes
How To Store Onions Using Pantyhose
The Best Ways To Store Bananas
How to Store Cilantro To Make It Last For Weeks
How to Store Bok Choy
PrintIngredients
- bok choy not washed
Instructions
- Shake bok choy removing possible dirt and debris, but do not wash it.
- Cover bok choy completely with aluminum foil, folding all 4 sides to make sure it’s completely wrapped in foil.
- Place in plastic bag and put in crisper drawer in the refrigerator. When you're ready to use it, remove from the refrigerator and wash it. This will keep the bok choy fresh for weeks.
Vivian says
I am doing this but cannot tell from the pictures if you separated the leaves or kept the little plants whole. Can you let me know? I will keep them whole until I hear from you. Thank you.
Pamela Reed says
Yup, keep them whole!
Marisa says
I am amazed at how well this works! I packed my bok choy away using this method a month ago when it started bolting. I just took out a foil pack and the bok choy is as crisp and crunchy as the day I picked it! Even the flowers look vibrant and fresh. Thank you so much for sharing!
Lia says
I’m really looking forward to seeing how you grow bok choy indoors!