Description
Bok Choy and Mushroom Stir Fry is a vibrant, nutrient-rich dish that brings together the crispness of fresh bok choy and the hearty texture of mushrooms, all enveloped in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes. With its bold flavors from garlic and ginger combined with the umami notes of soy sauce, it’s a delightful meal on its own or as a side paired with your favorite protein. Easy to prepare, this stir fry offers endless versatility; simply add chicken, beef, or tofu for an extra boost of flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 pound baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the bok choy and mushrooms by rinsing and slicing.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add bok choy and mushrooms; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Pour in soy sauce, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes; toss to coat.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with sesame seeds before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for optimal flavor. Adjust spice levels by adding more or fewer red pepper flakes. For added protein, consider incorporating chicken or tofu during the stir-frying process.