Description
Bok Choy and Mushroom Stir Fry is a delightful and quick dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh bok choy and mushrooms. In just 20 minutes, you can prepare this healthy meal, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a colorful side dish for gatherings. The harmony of garlic and ginger combined with savory soy sauce elevates this simple recipe into a culinary delight that everyone will love. Whether served over rice, noodles, or enjoyed on its own, this stir fry is versatile and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by cleaning and slicing the bok choy and mushrooms.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the bok choy and mushrooms to the pan; stir-fry until tender.
- Pour in soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Mix in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce to your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider incorporating grilled chicken or beef slices on top. Feel free to customize this dish by adding other vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots for extra color and nutrition.