Best 5 Easy Bok Choy Recipes

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EASY BOK CHOY



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There's no better way to enjoy the crisp delicate taste of bok choy. This basic stir-fry can be served as is, or you can add meat or tofu to make it more substantial. Quick and easy, this is one of my favorite ways to load up on leafy greens. Serve with fluffy white rice, or over noodles in soup.

Provided by Frantic Cook

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
8 heads baby bok choy, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat, and cook the garlic in the hot oil until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Mix in the bok choy, and cook and stir until the green parts of the leaves turn bright green and the stalks become slightly translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle with salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 629.2 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

BEST BOK CHOY



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     side-dish

Time 23m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 1/2 cups green beans, ends trimmed, cut into 2 to 3-inch pieces
2 cups cremini mushrooms, wiped clean, halved and sliced
3 baby bok choy, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons fish sauce
Freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In a wok or large saute pan, add the grapeseed oil and when almost smoking, add the onions and bell peppers. Saute, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the green beans and mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes more.
  • Add the bok choy, garlic, soy sauce, and fish sauce and saute until just wilted. Add pepper, to taste, and serve immediately.

STIR-FRIED BOK CHOY WITH GINGER AND GARLIC



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For a quick-fix side, whip up Robin Miller's recipe for Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic from Food Network in just five minutes.

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
8 cups chopped fresh bok choy
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute. Add bok choy and soy sauce cook 3 to 5 minutes, until greens are wilted and stalks are crisp-tender. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.

THE BEST SAUTEED BOK CHOY



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I just recently introduced Paul to Bok Choy. He had never even heard of it. I was really happy with his reaction. I thought this was delicious. This is a great side dish to a marinated flank steak and pairs well with a nice Riesling.

Provided by Aimchick

Categories     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head bok choy, sliced, both white and green parts
1/3 cup onion, diced
1/2 tablespoon grated gingerroot
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup chicken broth
crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain bok choy and set aside.
  • Sauté onion and ginger in olive oil and sesame oil until onion is tender.
  • Add remaining ingredients and sauté for about 8 minutes.

SAUTéED BABY BOK CHOY



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A perfect side dish for chicken adobo, the national dish of the Philippines, or any other meat dish.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, side dish

Time 15m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil, like canola
2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 ½-inch piece ginger root, peeled and minced
¼ teaspoon red-pepper flakes, or to taste
4 bunches of baby bok choy, approximately 1½ pounds, cleaned, with the ends trimmed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon chicken stock or water
Toasted sesame oil for drizzling

Steps:

  • In a large sauté pan with a lid, heat oil over medium-high heat until it starts to shimmer. Add garlic, ginger and red-pepper flakes and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 45 seconds.
  • Add bok choy and stir carefully to cover with oil, then cook for approximately 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, stock or water, then cover pan and cook for approximately 2 minutes more, until steam begins to escape from beneath the lid of the pan.
  • Uncover and continue to cook until liquid is close to evaporated and stalks are soft to the touch, approximately 3 minutes more.
  • Remove to a warmed platter and drizzle with sesame oil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 83, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 233 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh bok choy: Look for bok choy with bright green leaves and crisp white stalks. Avoid any leaves that are wilted or yellowing.
  • Clean the bok choy thoroughly: Rinse the bok choy under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Cut off the root end and separate the leaves from the stalks.
  • Cook the bok choy quickly: Bok choy is a delicate vegetable that cooks quickly. Overcooking can make it mushy, so be careful not to cook it for too long.
  • Add bok choy to your favorite dishes: Bok choy is a versatile vegetable that can be added to a variety of dishes. Try stir-fries, soups, salads, and even smoothies.
  • Enjoy bok choy's health benefits: Bok choy is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folate and fiber. It is also low in calories and fat.

Conclusion:

Bok choy is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its mild flavor and quick cooking time, it is a great addition to any meal. Whether you are looking for a healthy side dish or a new ingredient to add to your favorite recipes, bok choy is a great choice. So next time you are at the grocery store, be sure to pick up a bunch of bok choy and give it a try!

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