Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Baby Bok Choy with Soy Sauce and Garlic, a quick and nutritious side dish that brings restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen! This simple recipe showcases tender baby bok choy sautéed with aromatic garlic and savory soy sauce, making it the perfect accompaniment to any grilled or fried main course. Ready in just under 15 minutes, it adds a pop of color and flavor to your weeknight dinners or special occasions, all while being budget-friendly. Whether served alongside grilled meats, tofu, or over steamed rice, it promises to elevate your meal experience.
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
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare an ice bath in a bowl nearby.
- Blanch the baby bok choy for 1 minute, then transfer immediately to the ice bath. Drain and pat dry.
- Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add blanched bok choy; stir-fry until just beginning to brown (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in soy sauce and mushroom sauce; stir well and cook for another minute.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with sesame seeds, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg