Bok Choi with Peanuts and Cilantro
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and aromatic recipe for Bok Choi with Peanuts and Cilantro. Tender baby bok choi is lightly charred and then infused with a rich, savory sauce made from soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and a hint of red chili flakes, delivering the perfect balance of umami and zesty heat. A topping of crunchy peanuts and fresh cilantro adds layers of texture and bright herbal notes that bring the dish to life. Ready in under 20 minutes, this quick and healthy stir-fry is perfect as a standalone dish or a unique side to complement your favorite Asian-inspired meals. Whether you're aiming for a vegan delight or bold flavors to enhance your table, this dish is a must-try! Keywords: bok choi recipe, peanuts and cilantro, quick vegetable side dish, healthy stir-fry recipe, Asian-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 heads baby bok choi
- 0.5 cups peanuts
- 0.25 cups fresh cilantro
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash the baby bok choi thoroughly, trim the ends, and slice them in half lengthwise.
Mince the garlic and roughly chop the peanuts and fresh cilantro. Set aside.
Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Place the bok choi cut-side down in the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to char slightly.
Flip the bok choi and add the soy sauce, lime juice, red chili flakes, salt, and water to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the bok choi in the sauce.
Cover the skillet and let the bok choi steam for 4 minutes, or until tender but still crisp.
Transfer the cooked bok choi to a serving dish and sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the top.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately. Enjoy your fragrant and flavorful bok choi with peanuts and cilantro!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.1 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2567 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 918 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2690 mg | 57% | |
*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.
