Bok Choy Au Gratin
Elevate your veggie game with this rich and creamy Bok Choy Au Gratin, a unique twist on the beloved French classic. Tender bok choy leaves are blanketed in a luscious, homemade cheese sauce featuring Parmesan and Gruyère, then topped with golden, crispy panko breadcrumbs for an irresistible crunch. Seasoned with a hint of nutmeg and garlic, this oven-baked dish is perfect as a comforting side or satisfying vegetarian main. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this recipe is easy to whip up yet impressive enough for dinner parties. Whether you're a fan of gratins or looking for inventive ways to use bok choy, this dish promises to be a standout on your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 small heads Bok choy
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.75 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg, ground
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Trim the bottom ends of the bok choy and separate the leaves. Rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, to create a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking to combine and prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
Once the sauce has thickened, reduce the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan and Gruyère cheese, reserving a small handful of each for topping. Mix until smooth and fully melted.
Season the sauce with ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter. Arrange the bok choy leaves in an even layer, slightly overlapping if necessary.
Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the bok choy, making sure to cover all the leaves.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the reserved cheeses. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
Allow the Bok Choy Au Gratin to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm as a delicious side dish or vegetarian main.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 971 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 729 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 601 mg | 13% | |
*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.
