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Simple Sesame Bok Choy

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Simple Sesame Bok Choy

Get ready to transform your ordinary vegetable side dish into an extraordinary culinary experience with this Simple Sesame Bok Choy recipe! In just 15 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's bursting with flavor, nutrition, and authentic Asian-inspired goodness. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary enthusiast looking for a quick and healthy addition to your meal, this recipe will become your new go-to green side that'll impress everyone at the dinner table.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. 2 bunches bok choy
  2. 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  3. 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  4. 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  5. 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Thoroughly wash the bok choy under cold running water, carefully removing any dirt between the leaves. Pat dry with clean kitchen towels or paper towels.
  2. Trim the tough bottom end of each bok choy bunch, then chop the vegetable into roughly 2-inch pieces, separating the leafy green parts from the white stem sections.
  3. Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, ensuring they are chopped into small, uniform pieces for even flavor distribution.
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil and allow it to become hot but not smoking.
  5. Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning and release its aromatic flavors.
  6. Add the white stem sections of bok choy first, stir-frying for about 2 minutes until they begin to soften and turn slightly translucent.
  7. Introduce the leafy green parts of the bok choy and continue stir-frying for an additional 1-2 minutes until the leaves are wilted but still maintain a bright green color.
  8. Drizzle soy sauce over the bok choy, tossing quickly to ensure even coating and flavor absorption.
  9. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate, sprinkling sesame seeds over the top for added texture and nutty flavor.
  10. Serve immediately while hot, as a side dish or as part of a larger Asian-inspired meal.

Tips

  1. Choose fresh, crisp bok choy with vibrant green leaves and firm white stems for the best texture and flavor.
  2. Make sure to thoroughly wash bok choy to remove any hidden dirt between the leaves.
  3. Cut stems and leaves separately to ensure even cooking - stems take longer to soften than delicate leaves.
  4. Use high heat and keep ingredients moving in the pan to prevent burning and maintain that perfect crisp-tender texture.
  5. Don't overcook the bok choy; it should remain bright green and slightly crunchy.
  6. For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of rice vinegar.
  7. Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the best taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 56kcal

Carbohydrates: g

Protein: g

Fat: g

Saturated Fat: g

Cholesterol: 0mg

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