*** We use only the minimum necessary pesticides at our farm. As a result, you may see more insect bites on the vegetables during this season. But don’t worry—there’s no issue with taste or quality. In fact, they’re so delicious that even bugs can’t resist! ***
Komatsuna, or Japanese mustard spinach, originates in Japan and belongs to the cabbage and mustard family. It is widely grown in Ibaraki Prefecture in Japan.
The leaves of Komatsuna are relatively thick and round. Because Komatsuna has a very mild flavor, it is used in a variety of dishes such as miso soup, tsukemono, stir-fry, etc.