Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Steamed Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Drizzle! This recipe highlights tender, vibrant bok choy gently steamed to perfection and finished with an irresistible drizzle of garlicky soy sauce enhanced by the nutty aroma of sesame oil. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions adds a delightful crunch and vibrant garnish, while the simple preparation makes this dish a perfect companion to any meal. Healthy, vegan, and bursting with umami, this low-calorie recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Whether youβre serving it alongside rice, noodles, or a protein of your choice, this Asian-inspired delight is sure to impress.
Trim the ends of each bok choy head and separate the individual leaves. Rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or sand.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a small mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and water. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
Prepare a large pot with a steaming basket insert and add about 1-2 inches of water at the bottom, ensuring it doesn't touch the basket.
Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, place the bok choy leaves in the basket, cover, and steam for about 3-5 minutes or until the bok choy is tender and vibrant green.
While the bok choy is steaming, place a small pan over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast them for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once bok choy is done steaming, arrange it on a serving platter. Drizzle the garlic soy mixture over the top evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the bok choy and season with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
Finely chop the green onions and sprinkle them over the dish for garnish.
Serve the steamed bok choy warm as an elegant side dish to your main course.
Calories |
254 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2569 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 668 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2710 mg | 58% | |
*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.