Baby Bok Choy Stir Fry
Ingredients:
- Baby bok choy
- Light soy sauce (or soy sauce)
- Sugar
- Garlic
- (Optional) Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
How to Prepare Baby Bok Choy:
- Set a colander in the sink and place the baby bok choy directly in the sink. Rinse with running tap water, removing the outer leaves and leaving only the bite-sized stem intact.
- Use a paring knife to slice off the tough ends and leave them on the other side of the sink.
- Transfer the peeled bok choy to the colander to drain.
What Kind of Pan to Use:
- It’s best to cook the baby bok choy stir fry in a wok, if you have the setup. However, if you don’t have a wok, a cast iron pan or carbon steel pan is your next best option. The baby bok choy will get nicely charred with this setup.
Baby Bok Choy Stir Fry Cooking Process:
- Heat up the pan until hot and quickly stir in the garlic to release the fragrance without browning.
- Stir in the baby bok choy. It will look like the bok choy is spilling out of the pan. Don’t worry, it will shrink a lot at the end.
- Add the soy sauce and sugar, then cover to steam. This process helps the bok choy turn tender.
- Cook uncovered for a bit more, to let the bok choy absorb more sauce.
Afterthoughts:
No matter whether you’re looking for a side dish for your Chinese takeout-style meal, or you’re hosting a dinner party, this baby bok choy stir fry is a great option to add color, texture, and nutrition to your dinner table.
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Recipe:
Pair this 4-ingredient baby bok choy stir fry with your favorite main and some steamed rice to complete a nutritious meal. This dish takes 15 minutes to whip together. The baby bok choy is cooked until tender, then soaked with a garlicky sauce that’s savory and lightly sweet. It’s such a great way to enjoy vegetables. (Vegan, Gluten-Free Adaptable) You can make this dish gluten-free by using coconut aminos or tamari to replace the light soy sauce.
Nutrition:
Serving: 1
Calories: 59kcal
Carbohydrates: 5.2g
Protein: 2.7g
Fat: 3.7g
Saturated Fat: 0.6g
Sodium: 314mg
Potassium: 338mg
Fiber: 1.4g
Sugar: 2.6g
Calcium: 142mg
Iron: 1mg
Video:
[Baby Bok Choy Stir Fry Video]
FAQs:
Q: What is baby bok choy?
A: Baby bok choy is a type of Asian green leafy vegetable, similar to bok choy, but smaller and more delicate.
Q: How do I prepare baby bok choy?
A: Rinse the baby bok choy leaves with running water, removing the outer leaves and leaving only the bite-sized stem intact. Use a paring knife to slice off the tough ends and leave them on the other side of the sink. Transfer the peeled bok choy to a colander to drain.
Q: How do I cook baby bok choy?
A: Cook the baby bok choy in a wok or cast iron pan with some oil, garlic, and a sweet and savory sauce. Stir-fry the baby bok choy until it’s tender and slightly caramelized.