Description
A quick and flavorful Bok Choy and Mushroom Stir Fry featuring tender baby bok choy and savory mushrooms tossed in a fragrant garlic-ginger sesame oil sauce. Perfect as a healthy side dish or served over rice or noodles for a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (shiitake, button, or cremini)
- 4 cups baby bok choy, chopped (about 4–5 heads)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional for sweetness)
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Clean mushrooms thoroughly and slice them thinly. Rinse the baby bok choy, remove any tough stems, and chop the leaves and tender stalks into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until they become tender and lightly browned, releasing their moisture and enhancing their flavor.
- Add the Bok Choy: Stir in the chopped bok choy and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the greens to soften but remain vibrant and crisp in texture.
- Make the Sauce: While the vegetables cook, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce (if using). Pour this mixture over the vegetables in the skillet and toss everything evenly to coat.
- Season and Garnish: Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the top for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the stir-fry warm as a side dish or over steamed rice or noodles for a fulfilling meal.
Notes
- You can substitute shiitake mushrooms with button or cremini mushrooms depending on availability and preference.
- Using tamari instead of soy sauce makes this recipe gluten-free.
- Hoisin sauce adds a touch of sweetness but can be omitted if you prefer a more savory dish.
- Adjust sesame oil quantity to your taste for a stronger or milder sesame flavor.
- For added protein, consider tossing in tofu, tempeh, or cooked chicken.
- Must be served immediately for best texture and flavor; reheating may soften bok choy excessively.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
