Stir Fried Little Bok Choy with Dried Shrimps & What We Eat in China #1
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Stir Fried Little Bok Choy with Dried Shrimps & What We Eat in China #1
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With only two ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a fragrant and irresistible veggie dish in under 5 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 2 batches little bok choy (about 1 pound / 450 grams)
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil or vegetable oil
- 2 to 3 tablespoons shell-on baby dried shrimps (papery dried shrimps) (*footnote 1)
- salt to taste (Optional)
Instructions
- Remove the ends of the little bok choy by using a pair of scissors. Rinse the little bok choy thoroughly to remove any dirt between stalks.
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Fill a large second pot with cold water. Add all the little bok choy (without chopping) and press them into the boiling water. Let briefly cook for 5 to 7 seconds. Remove them immediately from the pot and transfer to the cold water. Let cool for a minute or so, until it’s possible to handle with your hands. Gently squeeze the water from the little bok choy without pressing too hard. Chop the little bok choy into 1/2-inch (1-cm) long small pieces.
- Heat a wok over a high heat (*Footnote 2). Add the oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Add the dried shrimps. Cook and stir for a few seconds until the shrimps turn crispy and lightly browned.
- Add the little bok choy. Stir a few times to mix well. Turn to a medium low heat. Cook covered for a minute or so, until the little bok choy turns tender but still has a hint of crunchiness. Cover and let cook a bit longer if needed.
- Uncover and stir a few more times. Taste the little bok choy and sprinkle on a bit more salt if necessary. Transfer everything into a plate immediately, to prevent from overcooking.
- Serve hot or warm as a side dish.
Notes
- Dried shrimps taste different depending on the brand you buy, and sometimes they can be very salty. When you buy a new brand, start with 1 to 2 tablespoons of dry shrimps, so your dish won’t turn out too salty.
- Although I used a wok as demonstration (at my mom’s place), you can definitely use a nonstick flat skillet instead.
- Dried shrimps taste different depending on the brand you buy, and sometimes they can be very salty. When you buy a new brand, start with 1 to 2 tablespoons of dry shrimps, so your dish won’t turn out too salty.
- Although I used a wok as demonstration (at my mom’s place), you can definitely use a nonstick flat skillet instead.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1of 4 servings
Calories
75kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
6.8g
(14%)
Fat
3.5g
(5%)
Sodium
27mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2to 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 75 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1of 4 servings | |
| Calories | 75kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 6.8g | 14% |
| Fat | 3.5g | 5% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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