Bok Choy and Mushroom Stir-Fry | Bok Choy & Mushroom in Garlic Sauce | Bok Choy & Shiitake Mushrooms

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: low-sodium soy sauce

Tamari is gluten-free, while low-sodium soy sauce is easier on salt intake.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while canola oil is less expensive.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: edamame

Tempeh is a fermented option with more protein, while edamame is a cost-effective protein source.

bok choy

🥗Healthier: Swiss chard

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Swiss chard is nutritious and similar in texture, while cabbage is often cheaper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add sliced mushrooms; cook until they begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped bok choy and sliced carrots; cook until bok choy wilts, about 2-3 minutes.

Add sliced bell pepper and green onions; stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch with water until smooth.

Pour the sauce over the vegetables; stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened.

Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice or noodles.

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