Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 pounds baby bok choy
Oils & Sauces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
Seasonings
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare Bok Choy: Quarter the baby bok choy and place it in a large bowl. Soak in water, shaking the bok choy to remove any dirt between the leaves, then drain well and pat dry thoroughly using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Heat Oils: Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and 2 teaspoons of sesame oil to a large heavy skillet and heat over medium heat.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the heated oils and stir. Cook for about 30 seconds until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned.
- Cook Bok Choy: Add the prepared bok choy to the skillet and stir to coat it evenly with the oils and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes on one side, then flip the bok choy pieces and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in 2 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce, 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes until everything is thoroughly coated.
- Final Cooking: Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes to let the flavors meld and the bok choy become tender-crisp.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately as a flavorful vegetable side dish.
Notes
- Ensure bok choy is thoroughly dried after washing to prevent splattering during cooking.
- You can adjust the crushed red pepper flakes to your desired spice level or omit for a milder flavor.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to keep the dish from becoming too salty.
- This dish pairs well with grilled or roasted meats and steamed rice.
- For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the sesame seeds before adding.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Salt
