Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy with Garlic

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy with Garlic
35 min.
8
77kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table, look no further than this Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy with Garlic. This delightful recipe is not only vegetarian, but it's also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect addition to any meal, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a quiet night in.

Baby bok choy, with its tender leaves and crisp stalks, is a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins and minerals. When stir-fried with aromatic garlic and a touch of sesame oil, it transforms into a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing. The quick cooking method preserves the vibrant green color and crunch of the bok choy, ensuring that each bite is fresh and satisfying.

This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish, and serves up to eight people, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. With only 77 calories per serving, you can indulge in this flavorful dish without any guilt. The combination of reduced-sodium chicken broth and soy sauce adds depth to the flavor, while the peanut or vegetable oil provides a rich, satisfying finish.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy with Garlic. It's a dish that celebrates the beauty of fresh vegetables and the joy of cooking!

Ingredients

  • pounds bok choy halved lengthwise
  • 1.5 teaspoons cornstarch 
  • cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth reduced-sodium
  • teaspoons sesame oil 
  • tablespoon soya sauce 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • wok

Directions

  1. Stir together broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until cornstarch has dissolved.
  2. Heat wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates instantly.
  3. Pour peanut oil down side of wok, then swirl oil, tilting wok to coat side.
  4. Add garlic and stir-fry until pale golden, 5 to 10 seconds.
  5. Add half of bok choy and stir-fry until leaves wilt, about 2 minutes, then add remaining bok choy and stir-fry until all leaves are bright green and limp, 2 to 3 minutes total. Stir broth mixture, then pour into wok and stir-fry 15 seconds. Cover with lid and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in sesame oil, then transfer to a serving dish.
  6. Baby bok choy can be washed, dried, and halved 1 day ahead. Chill, wrapped in paper towels, in a sealed bag.

Nutrition Facts

Calories77kcal
Protein11.19%
Fat69.32%
Carbs19.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.63
Glycemic Load
0.3
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.413913100958%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.27mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
4.92mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:77.49kcal
3.87%
Fat:6.4g
9.85%
Saturated Fat:0.97g
6.07%
Carbohydrates:4.05g
1.35%
Net Carbohydrates:2.83g
1.03%
Sugar:1.42g
1.58%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:202.89mg
8.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.33g
4.65%
Vitamin A:5066.9IU
101.34%
Vitamin C:51.97mg
62.99%
Vitamin K:61.16µg
58.25%
Folate:75.34µg
18.83%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.13%
Calcium:125.35mg
12.53%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.09%
Potassium:311.03mg
8.89%
Magnesium:23.31mg
5.83%
Iron:1.04mg
5.75%
Phosphorus:52.47mg
5.25%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.24%
Fiber:1.22g
4.87%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.06%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.57%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.51%
Copper:0.04mg
2.05%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.8%
Selenium:1.02µg
1.46%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.26%
Source:Epicurious