Braised Baby Bok Choy
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful Braised Baby Bok Choy recipe, a perfect balance of vibrant greens and savory-sweet seasoning. Tender baby bok choy is gently braised in a fragrant combination of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, creating a dish that's both simple and packed with umami. A drizzle of sesame oil and a finishing sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds add a nutty depth, making this dish a standout on any table. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy vegetable side pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or your favorite protein, delivering a harmonious blend of Asian-inspired flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or sophisticated gatherings, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 heads baby bok choy
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 1 inch ginger
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Thoroughly wash the baby bok choy and trim off any tough or damaged outer leaves. Slice each head in half lengthwise.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves. Peel the ginger and cut it into thin matchstick-sized strips.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Arrange the baby bok choy halves in the skillet, cut side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the cut sides begin to brown slightly.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, vegetable stock, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the bok choy in the skillet.
Cover the skillet with a lid and lower the heat to medium-low. Braise for 6-8 minutes, or until the bok choy is tender and the liquid has reduced slightly.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the bok choy and give the skillet a gentle shake to coat evenly.
Transfer the braised bok choy to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.9 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3661 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1349 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3718 mg | 79% | |
*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.
