Baby Bok Choy and Garlic in Sweet Chili Sauce
Elevate your side dish game with this enticing recipe for Baby Bok Choy and Garlic in Sweet Chili Sauce, a quick and flavorful option that blends the crisp green tenderness of baby bok choy with the bold sweetness and heat of a tangy chili sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes, featuring aromatic sautéed garlic and a luscious glaze made from soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, and sesame oil. Lightly browned bok choy absorbs the vibrant sauce, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a nutty crunch for a truly irresistible finish. Serve this savory, slightly spicy delight alongside rice or noodles for a simple yet sophisticated meal. Keywords: baby bok choy recipe, sweet chili sauce, quick vegetable side dish, vegan stir fry ideas, sesame garlic greens.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 heads Baby bok choy
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Rinse the baby bok choy thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Slice each head in half lengthwise and set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and water. Stir well to combine and set the sauce aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the baby bok choy to the skillet in a single layer, cut side down. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the bottoms to brown slightly.
Flip the baby bok choy and pour the prepared sweet chili sauce mixture over the top. Toss gently to coat the bok choy in the sauce.
Lower the heat to medium, cover the skillet, and let the bok choy steam for 3-4 minutes, or until the stems are tender and the leaves are wilted.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the bok choy and toss to combine. Adjust seasoning with more salt or red chili flakes if desired.
Transfer the bok choy to a serving dish, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1957 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 847 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2072 mg | 44% | |
*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.
