Description
A simple and delicious stir-fried bok choy dish infused with garlic and ginger. This quick and healthy side comes together in under 15 minutes, making it a perfect companion to rice bowls, tofu, or grilled meats.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lb baby bok choy, halved or quartered
- 2 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced or julienned
- 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bok choy, toss and stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until wilted and tender-crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper. Cook another minute.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use baby bok choy for faster, even cooking.
- Don’t overcook—the stalks should stay crisp-tender.
- This dish is best served fresh and hot.
- Add tofu or mushrooms to make it a full meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: quick bok choy, garlic ginger stir fry, Asian side dish, baby bok choy recipe