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Crisp-tender bok choy quickly sautéed with fragrant garlic and ginger for a vibrant and healthy side dish. This simple recipe comes together in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for any weeknight meal.
Prepare Ingredients (Mise en Place)
Stir-Fry the Bok Choy
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Crisp-tender bok choy quickly sautéed with fragrant garlic and ginger for a vibrant and healthy side dish. This simple recipe comes together in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for any weeknight meal.
This chinese recipe takes 12 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 72.01 calories per serving with 2.75g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for side or lunch or dinner.
Finish and Serve
Sauté 1 cup of sliced shiitake or cremini mushrooms in the wok after the aromatics and before adding the bok choy stems for an extra umami flavor.
For a more substantial dish, add 8 oz of cubed firm tofu, shrimp, or thinly sliced chicken. Cook the protein first, set it aside, and add it back in with the bok choy leaves.
For a slightly thicker, richer sauce, add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce) to the soy sauce and water mixture.
Sprinkle a tablespoon of chopped cashews or peanuts over the finished dish for added texture and flavor.
Bok choy is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, which are crucial for immune function, skin health, and proper blood clotting. It also provides essential minerals like calcium and potassium.
The powerful combination of vitamin K and calcium found in bok choy contributes to building and maintaining strong, healthy bones, which can help reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
This dish is very low in calories and provides a good amount of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes a feeling of fullness, and supports healthy weight management.
Garlic, ginger, and bok choy all contain powerful antioxidants that help protect the body against cellular damage from free radicals, supporting overall long-term health.
Yes, it's a very healthy dish. Bok choy is a nutrient-dense vegetable, low in calories and packed with vitamins A, C, and K. The stir-frying method uses minimal oil and cooks quickly, which helps preserve the nutrients.
A single serving of this Garlic Ginger Sautéed Bok Choy contains approximately 85 calories, making it a very light and diet-friendly side dish. The exact count can vary slightly based on the amount of oil used.
Absolutely. Baby bok choy is more tender and can be cooked whole or simply halved lengthwise. If using baby bok choy, you may not need to separate the stems and leaves, and the cooking time will be slightly shorter.
Sogginess is usually caused by three things: the bok choy wasn't dried properly after washing, the pan wasn't hot enough, or the pan was overcrowded. To fix this, ensure the leaves are very dry, use high heat, and cook in batches if your pan is not large enough.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat quickly in a hot skillet for a minute or two. Microwaving is also an option, but the texture may become softer.