Low Sodium Stir-Fried Bok Choy
Elevate your veggie game with this quick and flavorful Low Sodium Stir-Fried Bok Choy recipe! Perfect for a healthy side dish or a light main, this recipe combines baby bok choy with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a tangy, low-sodium sauce made from soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Ready in under 20 minutes, this stir-fry preserves the crisp stalks and tender leaves of bok choy, while optional crushed red pepper flakes and toasted sesame seeds add a touch of heat and nutty crunch. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this dish is a delicious, heart-healthy addition to your meal rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Baby bok choy
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the bok choy thoroughly under cold water, separating each stalk and leaf to remove any dirt or grit. Drain well.
Trim the ends of the bok choy and slice each head lengthwise into halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Finely grate the fresh ginger.
In a small bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Add the bok choy to the skillet. Toss it gently to coat with the garlic and ginger mixture.
Pour the prepared sauce over the bok choy and continue stir-frying for about 5-7 minutes, until the stalks are tender but still crisp and the leaves are wilted.
If using, sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the bok choy for a bit of spice.
Transfer the stir-fried bok choy to a serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 797 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 513 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*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.
