Description
This Easy Stir-Fried Bok Choy recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy tender, garlicky bok choy with a savory soy and sesame oil glaze. Perfect as a healthy vegetable side dish, it cooks in under 10 minutes using a simple stovetop stir-frying technique.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large shallots, minced
- 2 pounds baby bok choy, halved or quartered
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl the pan to evenly coat the surface.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the minced garlic and shallots to the hot oil. Sauté while stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly softened.
- Add bok choy and sauces: Add the halved or quartered baby bok choy, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pan. Toss everything together to evenly coat the bok choy.
- Steam the bok choy: Cover the pan with a lid and let the bok choy steam for 1-2 minutes. Then uncover, toss the vegetables again, re-cover, and continue cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the bok choy is tender to your liking.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes if desired, then serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy this quick and nutritious side dish!
Notes
- Adjust crushed red pepper quantity or omit for milder flavor.
- Use a wide skillet or wok for even cooking and easy tossing.
- Baby bok choy cooks faster than mature ones; if using larger bok choy, increase cooking time slightly.
- Substitute tamari for soy sauce to make gluten-free.
- For added protein, serve with tofu or grilled chicken.
