Happy Happy Choy Choy

Brighten up your dinner table with "Happy Happy Choy Choy," a vibrant and flavorful stir-fry that puts baby bok choy in the spotlight! This quick and easy recipe features tender-crisp bok choy paired with aromatic garlic and ginger, crunchy red bell peppers, and a luscious soy-honey sauce that thickens to perfection. Sesame oil adds a nutty depth, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh scallions takes the dish to the next level. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish can be served as a side or over a bed of steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome vegetarian main. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave a healthy, Asian-inspired meal packed with fresh ingredients and rich umami flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 heads Baby bok choy
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Scallions
• 1 tablespoon Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the baby bok choy. Slice them in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Cut the red bell pepper into thin strips.

Step 3

Mince the garlic and finely grate the ginger.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, vegetable stock, honey, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the neutral oil and swirl to coat.

Step 6

Place the baby bok choy cut-side down in the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned, then remove and set aside.

Step 7

Add the sesame oil to the same skillet. Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the red bell pepper strips to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 9

Return the bok choy to the skillet and pour in the prepared soy sauce mixture. Stir well to coat all the vegetables.

Step 10

Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is evenly coated.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

Step 12

Serve immediately as a side dish, or over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1131.5 grams (1131.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	506

Total Fat 32.60g	42%
Saturated Fat 3.50g	18%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1757mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate 45.20g	16%
Dietary Fiber 13.30g	48%
Total Sugars 22.20g
Protein 18.90g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 906mg	70%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 2676mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 32.9%