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Definition of tatsoi

tatsoi

/ˈtɑːtsɔɪ/
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Plural:tatsoi
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• noun

1

An Asian variety of the Brassica rapa plant grown for its dark green, spoon-shaped leaves, characterized by a mild, slightly mustard-like flavor and commonly used in salads, stir-fries, and soups.

Example

"The chef quickly wilted the fresh tatsoi in a hot wok with garlic and ginger before serving it alongside the roasted duck."

• Nearby Words

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tatras
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Cantonese 塌菜 (taap3 coi3), literally meaning 'flat vegetable', describing the plant's characteristic low-growing, rosette growth habit.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tatsoi. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tatsoi
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