Bok Choy

Bok Choy

15 min
4 servings

Learn how to cook bok choy with this easy stir-fry recipe! This bok choy stir-fry with garlic and ginger is a popular and healthy Asian side dish!

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 12 oz baby bok choy (halved (Note 1))
  • toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 inch piece ginger (minced)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar (or mirin)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • ½ tsp cornstarch
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Cut bok choy lengthwise in halves and make sure the core stays intact.

  2. 2

    Heat a wok or large skillet with one tablespoon oil. Working in batches, add bok choy cut-side down and cook for 3 minutes until lightly browned without moving. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Add one tablespoon of oil along with the minced garlic and ginger to the wok, sauté for one minute.

  4. 4

    Mix soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, cornstarch, and black pepper in a small bowl and add it to the skillet. Cook for half a minute until slightly thickened, then add bok choy cut-side up and cook for another 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until fork-tender.

  5. 5

    Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds (optional). Serve immediately!