Quick and Easy Bok Choy

Elevate your weeknight meals with this "Quick and Easy Bok Choy" recipe, a vibrant and flavorful side dish that’s ready in just 12 minutes! Featuring tender baby bok choy sautéed to perfection with aromatic garlic, a savory soy sauce blend, and a drizzle of nutty sesame oil, this dish is as simple as it is satisfying. Perfectly caramelized in a hot skillet and gently steamed for melt-in-your-mouth stems and wilted greens, it’s a delightful way to add a healthy dose of veggies to any meal. Garnished with white sesame seeds for added crunch, this easy Asian-inspired recipe pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or your favorite stir-fry. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this quick bok choy recipe is guaranteed to impress with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:7 mins

Total Time:12 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 heads Baby bok choy
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon White sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly wash and dry the baby bok choy. Trim the ends and slice each head in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Place the bok choy cut-side down in the skillet. Let it cook for 2 minutes without stirring, allowing it to brown slightly.

Step 6

Flip the bok choy and add the soy sauce, sesame oil, water, and salt. Stir gently to coat the bok choy evenly with the sauce.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the bok choy steam for 3-4 minutes, or until the stems are tender and the greens have wilted.

Step 8

Remove the lid and stir one more time to ensure the sauce is well-distributed.

Step 9

Transfer the bok choy to a serving dish and sprinkle with white sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	900.1 grams (900.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	371

Total Fat 28.80g	37%
Saturated Fat 3.90g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2264mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 21.90g	8%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 15.50g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 868mg	67%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2165mg	46%

*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: 63.4%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 21.4%