Here’s the secret no one tells you: bok choy starts fading the moment it’s picked. So your fridge life depends on the “born-on date.” If you bought it from a farmer’s market that morning, you’ve got a solid 5 to 7 days. From a grocery store? Count on 3 to 5 days—the journey from farm to shelf already took a toll. It’s like jet lag, but for vegetables.
When you bring it home, check the stems. White, firm, and crisp means you’re in the green zone (pun intended). If the stems look a bit translucent or the leaves are getting yellow, eat it today. Consider it a challenge. I believe in you.
