Get your chopsticks ready, folks! Stir-Fried Bok Choy is on the menu today. A perfect combo of crunchy “Bok Choy” (Chinese cabbage) saut��ed with aromatic garlic and heavenly soy sauce, it’s an amazing side dish that can take your meal from “meh” to “Wow!”. A staple for Chinese New Year, it’s also perfect for a weeknight dinner or a royal feast. Trust me, once you’ve tasted this baby, you’ll understand why folks are raving about it. This dish with its simplistic yet impacting flavor profile has fans swooning. It’s hard not to love a food that’s insanely delicious and quick to prepare.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings
Now, let���s get down to the nitty-gritty and dive into the process of making our Stir-Fried Bok Choy!
Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 heads baby bok choy, cut in half lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Equipment needed:
Wok or large frying pan.
The star ingredient is none other than Bok Choy itself. While sesame oil brings a strong nutty flavor and aroma, the soy sauce balances it with a hint of saltiness.
Substitutes: Sesame oil can be replaced with Olive oil and soy sauce with tamari or liquid amino for a gluten-free version.
How To Make Stir-Fried Bok Choy
- Get your wok or frying pan heated up at medium heat. Add the sesame oil to the pan.
- Once hot, swirl in minced garlic and saut�� till it turns lightly golden.
- Add the halved bok choy to the wok. Cook it until it turns slightly tender.
- Drizzle in the soy sauce. Continue to stir and saut�� until the bok-choy is beautifully glazed.
- And voila! Your Stir-Fried Bok Choy is ready!
Tips For The Best Results
- It’s best to use baby bok choy for its tender texture.
- Do not overcook. Bok choy should remain crunchy.
Storage Tips
- Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
- Do not freeze, as it changes the texture of the bok choy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use regular cabbage instead of Bok Choy?
A: No, bok choy has a different flavor and texture compared to regular cabbage.
Q: Can I use this recipe for other greens?
A: Yes, you can use this recipe for other Chinese greens like Chinese broccoli.
Q: I have only larger bok choy, can I still use it?
A: Yes, you can. Just cut it into smaller pieces.
Q: Can I use frozen bok choy?
A: No, because freezing changes the texture of bok choy.
Q: Can I make this dish ahead of time?
A: This dish is best served immediately.
Nutritional Facts of Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Each serving has 60 calories, 4g of proteins, 5g of carbohydrates, 4g of fat.
There you have it, folks! The recipe for delectable Stir-Fried Bok Choy. It’s wonderfully flavorful, amazingly nutritious, and so simple to put together. Serve it alongside fried rice or noodles, or even as a side for that fancy dinner. Let’s get cooking!
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