Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Baby Bok Choy with Soy Sauce and Garlic, a quick and easy side dish that elevates any meal. In just 13 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious and budget-friendly recipe that features tender-crisp bok choy sautéed in a savory garlic and soy sauce blend. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins A and C. Pair it with grilled meats, stir-fries, or enjoy it as a standalone snack. Experience the umami magic of this simple yet satisfying dish that everyone will love.
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 to taste
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare an ice bath in a bowl.
- Blanch the bok choy in boiling water for one minute, then transfer immediately to the ice bath to cool.
- Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add cooled bok choy, tossing to coat, and cook until slightly browned (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in soy sauce and mushroom sauce; stir well for an additional minute.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg