Chow Chow Bok Choy
Brighten up your weeknight meals with this vibrant and nutritious "Chow Chow Bok Choy" stir-fry! Featuring the crisp, subtly sweet flavor of chayote squash (also known as chow chow) paired with tender bok choy, this dish is a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Flavored with fresh ginger, garlic, a drizzle of sesame oil, and a kick of red chili flakes, this quick stir-fry is both light and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy schedules and can be served as a stand-alone side dish or paired with steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, plant-forward meal. Garnish with sesame seeds for a touch of nutty crunch and enjoy this easy, flavorful recipe that's sure to elevate your stir-fry game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium chayote squash (chow chow)
- 3 small heads bok choy
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the chayote squash, cut in half, and remove the seed. Slice it thinly into bite-sized pieces.
Wash the bok choy thoroughly and slice the leaves and stems into 2-inch pieces.
Peel and finely grate the ginger. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the sliced chayote squash to the pan and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, or until slightly tender.
Add the bok choy to the pan, along with the red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, and water. Pour this mixture into the pan and toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
Continue to cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until the bok choy is tender but still crisp, and the chayote is cooked through.
Transfer the stir-fried vegetables to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds, if using.
Serve hot as a side dish or pair it with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 461 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 364 mg | 8% | |
*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.
