White Puyellow Sprouting Cabbage

White Puyellow Sprouting Cabbage

　　White Puyellow Sprouting Cabbage is a specialty of Rugao in Nantong, Jiangsu Province.

　　It was first recorded in the "Rugao County Annals" during the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty. The main production area is around Baipu Town. Well-known varieties include “Sixty-Day,” “Chrysanthemum Heart,” “Tile Cap,” “Big Bun Head,” and “Small Bun Head.” These cabbages have firm hearts, high yellowing levels, and weigh between 2.5 to 4 kilograms. When cooked, they produce a milky soup; when stir-fried, they are tender, crisp, and delicious. They also store well, making them a staple vegetable for winter.