Description
This quick and easy sautéed bok choy recipe features tender baby bok choy stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and a savory blend of soy sauce and rice vinegar. Perfect as a healthy and flavorful side dish, it pairs wonderfully with rice, noodles, or your favorite protein for a satisfying Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 4 cups baby bok choy (halved lengthwise or chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lemon juice (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds or red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Warm the sesame or vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant and aromatic without burning.
- Cook bok choy: Toss in the baby bok choy and stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the greens are wilted and the stalks become just tender but still slightly crisp.
- Season: Drizzle the soy sauce and rice vinegar (if using) over the bok choy, stirring well to evenly coat. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
- Finish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat, optionally garnish with sesame seeds or red pepper flakes, and serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Great accompaniment to rice, noodles, tofu, or grilled meats for a complete meal.
- Do not overcook bok choy to maintain its crisp texture.
- Using gluten-free soy sauce makes this dish gluten-free.
- Adjust seasoning to taste for preferred saltiness or tanginess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
