Certified Organic • No Chemicals • Fresh Harvested

Elegant, tender, and subtly sweet—our Tokyo Bekana (also known as “Chinese lettuce”) is grown organically on Figure 8’s chemical‑free fields, delivering delicate flavor and exceptional crunch.

Health Benefits:

• Vitamin-Rich: High in vitamins A and C to support vision and immune health.

• Hydration Helper: Over 90% water content keeps you refreshed and promotes healthy skin.

• Mineral Source: Provides calcium and potassium for strong bones and balanced electrolytes.

• Low-Calorie Fiber: Aids digestion and helps maintain steady energy levels.

Easy Uses:

• Raw & Refreshing: Tear leaves into salads or use as lettuce wraps for a light meal.

• Quick Sauté: Wilt gently with garlic and a splash of soy sauce or rice wine for a simple side.

• Soup & Stir‑In: Add near the end of simmering broths or noodle bowls to preserve its tender texture.

• Grilled or Pan-Roasted: Brush with sesame oil and sear until just charred at the edges.

Recipe Ideas:

1. Lettuce Wraps: Fill whole leaves with seasoned ground turkey or tofu, shredded carrots, and hoisin sauce.

2. Garlic-Soy Sauté: Heat minced garlic in oil, add chopped Tokyo Bekana, and finish with a dash of tamari and sesame seeds.

3. Miso Noodle Bowl: Layer soba noodles, broth, sliced mushrooms, and Tokyo Bekana for a quick, nourishing meal.

4. Cold Slaw: Shred with cabbage and carrots, then toss in rice vinegar, a touch of honey, and toasted sesame seeds.

From our fields to your table, Tokyo Bekana brings delicate crunch, vibrant nutrition, and endless culinary creativity. Give it a try!

Why we love Figure 8 Farming!

Figure 8 Farming grows specialty vegetables in our gardens in Paonia for communities around the Western Slope of Colorado. Although we are not certified, we use exclusively organic practices, and we aim to consistently grow the highest-quality produce by stewarding and working with the abundant natural resources at The Living Farm on Stewart Mesa.

Our mission is to create nutrient-dense soils that can produce nutrient-dense food year-round, and we firmly believe these systems nurture the highest-quality produce that can be found in stores. We use growing systems that the previous farmers had perfected over the course of four decades, and we are constantly aiming to uphold the quality of our soils, plants, and produce. The small team at the farm puts lots of hard work and tender care into every step of the seed-to-store process – from every bed that is prepared for planting, to every seed that is carefully watered during its first few weeks, to every leaf of lettuce that is hand-picked, hand-washed, and hand-packaged for our customers’ enjoyment. Our small business only started in 2024, and we are incredibly grateful for all support of our goal to put the most-nutrient dense produce on plates throughout Western Colorado.

If you have any questions about our products or if you are interested in learning more about the farm and how we do what we do, please email us at figure8farming@gmail.com!