Slow Simmered Bok Choy
Transform your dinner table with the delicate flavors of Slow Simmered Bok Choy, a simple yet elegant dish that highlights the natural sweetness of this Asian vegetable. This recipe pairs tender bok choy with a savory blend of low-sodium vegetable broth, soy sauce, and aromatic sesame oil, enhanced by garlic, ginger, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Slowly simmered to perfection, the bok choy absorbs the rich, umami-packed broth, making every bite a burst of comforting flavor. Finished with a garnish of toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a flavorful side dish or a light vegetarian main course, this one-pan recipe comes together in just over 30 minutes, making it ideal for weeknights. Optimize your plant-based dinner rotation with this irresistibly healthy creation today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 heads bok choy
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks scallions
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Thoroughly wash the bok choy to remove any grit. Slice each head in half lengthwise and pat dry.
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Peel and thinly slice the ginger into matchstick pieces. Chop the scallions into 1-inch pieces, separating the white and green parts.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger slices, and the white parts of the scallions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce. Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
Arrange the bok choy halves in the pan, cut-side down. Cover the pan with a lid and let the bok choy simmer for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and infused with the broth.
Carefully transfer the bok choy to a serving platter. Spoon a few tablespoons of the broth over the bok choy for extra flavor.
Garnish with the green parts of the scallions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.2 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2543 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 732 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 3652 mg | 78% | |
*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.
