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Simple Sautéed Bok Choy with Garlic and Ginger

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Learn the best way to sauté bok choy to achieve a crisp-tender texture. This quick Asian vegetable side dish uses simple ingredients like garlic and ginger for fresh flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 heads bok choy
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Prepare the bok choy: Separate the leaves and stems. Cut the white bases into 1-inch pieces. Cut the green leafy parts into 2-inch pieces. Rinse all pieces thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Shake off excess water.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Add the white stem pieces of the bok choy to the skillet. Sauté for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Add the green leafy parts of the bok choy. Pour in the water or broth. Cover the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the leaves wilt slightly but remain bright green.
  6. Remove the lid. Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Cook for 30 seconds more, tossing to coat everything evenly.
  7. Serve immediately as a healthy green vegetable side dish.

Notes

  • To clean bok choy well, slice it in half lengthwise before rinsing under running water. This helps expose dirt trapped between the leaves.
  • For a slightly sweeter flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of sugar to the sauce mixture.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the skillet during the last 30 seconds of cooking.

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