pak choi - Discover U-Pick farms in the Netherlands

Picking your own pak choi in the Netherlands is a fresh, hands-on way to enjoy the outdoors—whether solo, with friends, or family. The crisp leaves snap satisfyingly as you harvest them, and there’s something oddly fun about filling your basket with these vibrant greens. Plus, it’s a chance to chat, laugh, and maybe even compete over who finds the biggest bunch.

Once home, pak choi shines in quick stir-fries, soups, or even grilled as a side. Here are two simple recipes to try:

Garlic-Ginger Pak Choi Stir-Fry
Sauté minced garlic and ginger in oil, toss in chopped pak choi, and stir-fry until just wilted. Finish with a splash of soy sauce and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Creamy Pak Choi Soup
Simmer pak choi with onions, potatoes, and broth until tender. Blend smooth, stir in a touch of cream, and season with salt and pepper.

For something different, try pak choi in a cocktail: muddle a few leaves with lime and sugar, add vodka or gin, shake with ice, and top with soda water for a refreshing twist.

If you’re feeling creative, tuck a few pak choi leaves into a floral arrangement—their sturdy stems and deep green color add a fresh, unexpected touch. And for a soothing herb tea, steep young pak choi leaves with mint and hot water, then strain and sweeten lightly.

Whether you’re cooking, decorating, or mixing drinks, pak choi brings a little fun—and flavor—to the table.

Ecologische Tuinderij De Tilgrupshof

vegetables, herbs

friesland

De Tilgrupshof is a self-picking farm in Appelscha, Netherlands, cultivating ecological vegetables since January 2024. The farm is part of an area focused on increasing biodiversity through ecological farming practices. Members, called “oogstgenoten” (harvest companions), pay an annual fee for the right to harvest their own vegetables and herbs for about 30 weeks, from mid-May to November. They can harvest 4 to 5 days a week. The farm operates on the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) principle.

Tuinderij 't Wild

vegetables

noord-brabant

Tuinderij ’t Wild is a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm located on Hustenweg in Rosmalen, Netherlands. The farm is run by Linda, who cultivates various vegetables without using artificial fertilizers or pesticides. The CSA model involves customers becoming “deelgenoten” (shareholders) by paying an annual contribution upfront. In return, they can harvest fresh vegetables from the land for their own use throughout the season, which runs from June to November. The farm provides information on what can be harvested each week, including quantities and harvesting instructions. All necessary tools and guidance are provided. A full share costs €300 (including VAT) for the season, providing enough vegetables for one adult to harvest 5-6 different vegetables per week. A trial share is also available for €60 (including VAT), allowing you to harvest for 4 weeks.