The Best Chinese Bok Choy Recipe (Ready in 5 Minutes)

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less salty.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile, while canola is more affordable.

chili flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili adds flavor without the added sodium of flakes.

garlic

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: onion

Shallots provide a milder flavor, while onion is often less expensive.

Wash bok choy thoroughly under running water to remove dirt.

Slice bok choy in half lengthwise, keeping the stems intact.

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 bok choy to the skillet, cut side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Flip bok choy to cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until tender.

Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the bok choy; toss gently to coat.

Sprinkle with chili flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.

Remove from heat and drizzle with rice vinegar.

Garnish with sliced scallions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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