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Yes there is an alternative! And it is kosher. Also you are correct in saying that bagged leafy vegetation is simply not as good as the “real thing.”
First of all, before these bagged products our mothers, grandmothers cleaned all of the vegetables used in the home. Our Rabbis of Blessed Memory therefore never forbid us to implement such a process. The Torah never told us to use a microscope to look for bugs for example.
The Green K maintains a high standard in searching for bugs used by major mainline Kashrus authorities in the US.
Romaine should be cleaned by removing any outer leaves and discarding them. Then take the desired leaves and place them in a bin filled with water (they should be completely immersed) and special soap created for cleaning fruits and vegetables. After a couple of minutes of soaking, they should be placed in a second bin filled just with plain water. After the second soaking the leaves should be individually analysed on a light box. If there is any proof of insects on the leaves or in either bin of water, a further step using cheesecloth should be administered. In such cases, extra scrutiny is always required.
Absolutely not. This is a mistake that many Kosher consumers make.
No. The reason is simple. Many such establishments will purchase faux meat and faux fish products from Communist China. Any food products from that country should be viewed with caution.
Sadly that is not the case.
Some rabbis are NOT really honest and depict themselves having Semicha, ordination. So these individuals are not even rabbis. They do it for the money only. Sad but true.
Look for a legitimate kosher organization which is headed by a real rabbi who actually ensures said premises are frequently inspected.
The Green K ensures that any cafes, juice bars and/or restaurants under its aegis are not only inspected but that the aforementioned leafy vegetation inspection process is maintained.
