Baby Bok Choy with Soy Sauce and Garlic
Baby Bok Choy with Soy Sauce and Garlic is a vibrant, quick side dish that elevates any meal. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this stir-fried recipe takes less than 15 minutes to prepare, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights. The tender leaves of bok choy are blanched to retain their bright color and crunch before being sautéed with aromatic garlic and savory soy sauce for an irresistible taste. This dish pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, stir-fried beef, or can be enjoyed alongside tofu for a delightful vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
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
Instructions
- Blanch the Bok Choy: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add bok choy for one minute, then transfer to an ice bath. Drain and dry.
- Stir-Fry: Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add blanched bok choy and cook until slightly browned (2-3 minutes). Stir in soy sauce and mushroom sauce; cook for another minute.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg