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Sauteed Bok Choy Recipe

Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy sauteed bok choy recipe is wonderfully flavorful.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 152 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 3 baby bok choy 4 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or a gluten-free alternative
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

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  1. Rinse and dry the bok choy. Then, cut it in half lengthwise.
  2. Heat the oil in a large 12-inch lidded skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the cabbage in a single layer, cut side down. Drizzle it with soy sauce and rice vinegar.
  4. Cover the pan and cook until the core is fork-tender, 3-5 minutes. If the bottom of the pan becomes too dry, add a tablespoon or two of water.
  5. Remove the pan from the heat. Arrange the cabbage on a serving plate. Drizzle the pan juices on top, then drizzle it with the sesame oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • There's no need to add salt. The soy sauce adds plenty of saltiness. However, it's always a good idea to taste and decide for yourself. You can always sprinkle the finished dish with some extra salt.
  • You can add grated fresh ginger in addition to the garlic. You can add both of them at the same time.
  • Instead of red pepper flakes, add a tablespoon of hot pepper sauce when you add the soy sauce and rice vinegar. Just remember that cooking pepper sauce can create fumes that some people are sensitive to.
  • The leftovers keep well in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Gently reheat them in the microwave, covered, at 50% power.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1baby bok choy Calories 152kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 456mg (19%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 152

% Daily Value*

Serving 1baby bok choy
Calories 152kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 456mg 19%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.