Description
Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Baby Bok Choy with Soy Sauce and Garlic. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect side dish for busy weeknights or a delightful addition to any gathering. With its tender-crisp bok choy, fragrant garlic, and umami-rich soy sauce, this dish is not only nutritious but also versatile enough to complement grilled chicken, tofu stir-fries, or a simple rice bowl. Enjoy the freshness and flavor that this easy-to-make side brings to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound baby bok choy
- 2 teaspoons canola or vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon Chinese mushroom sauce
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare an ice bath in a bowl.
- Add the baby bok choy to the boiling water for one minute. Drain and transfer immediately to the ice bath.
- Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add blanched bok choy to the skillet; stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until slightly browned.
- Pour in soy sauce and mushroom sauce; toss to coat evenly and cook for another minute.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (85g)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to add sliced bell peppers or carrots for extra color and flavor. For a spicier kick, include crushed red pepper flakes during cooking.