Sesame Bok Choy
Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and flavorful Sesame Bok Choy recipe, a delightful side dish packed with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors. Tender baby bok choy is seared to golden perfection, then infused with a savory-sweet soy sauce blend featuring garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey or maple syrup for a vegan option. Toasted sesame seeds and a hint of red pepper flakes add texture and a subtle kick, making this dish irresistibly aromatic and delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, low-carb recipe pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or your favorite protein, making it a perfect addition to any meal. Garnish it with extra sesame seeds for an elegant presentation! Perfect keywords: sesame bok choy, Asian side dish, easy vegetarian recipe, vegan bok choy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Baby bok choy
- 2 tbsp Sesame oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1 tsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the bok choy thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit, especially near the base. Cut each bok choy head in half lengthwise.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, and honey (or maple syrup). Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Place the bok choy halves cut-side down in the skillet. Sear them for 2-3 minutes until they develop a slight golden color.
Flip the bok choy and pour the soy sauce mixture into the skillet. Toss to coat the bok choy evenly in the sauce.
Lower the heat to medium and cover the skillet. Allow the bok choy to steam in the sauce for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Uncover the skillet and sprinkle the sesame seeds and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) over the bok choy.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and clings to the bok choy.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.0 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1422 mg | 30% | |
*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.
