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    Stir-Fried Bok Choy

    Dairy-Free Recipes Gluten Free Paleo Plant Based Recipes Side Dishes February 4, 2023 | By Kristen Chidsey | 27 Comments | *This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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    Stir Fried Bok Choy is one of the easiest, most flavorful side dish vegetable recipes. Quickly sauteed and then glazed in a rich, garlicky, maple soy sauce, Bok Choy makes a flavor packed side dish that is ready in just 10 minutes! This is a perfect vegetable side dish to pair with any dinner!

    Quickly sauteed and then glazed in a rich, garlicky, maple soy sauce, this Bok Choy Stir-Fry makes a flavor-packed side dish that is ready in just 10 minutes! 

    The next time you are looking for a way to use bok choy or a simple side dish that pairs well with Asian entrees, such as Homemade Orange Chicken or Hunan Beef, this Stir-Fried Bok Choy is a must-make! The sweet and savory glaze is sure to have you hooked on this healthy vegetable. 

    Stir Fried Bok Choy on white plate topped with sesame seeds.


    What is Bok Choy?

    Bok Choy, or pak choi, is a variety of Chinese Cabbage. That is rich in vitamins and minerals. Bok choy is crisp, bright, and fresh, and can stand up to bold flavors.

    Bok choy shines in dishes like Homemade Ramen and Stir-FryChicken with Bok Choy but also can stand alone as a delicious, vegetable side dish. And this recipe for sauteed Bok Choy proves just that.

    The bok choy is quickly stir-fried, allowing the greens of the bok choy to wilt and soften, while the stems stay crisp-tender.

    But the magic of this Stir-Fried Bok Choy is the slightly sweet, garlicky sauce that glazes the bok choy.

    This bok choy stir-fry is one of the easiest side dishes to make, yet the contrast of textures and flavors is absolutely delicious.

    Notes on Ingredients

    Ingredients for glazed bok choy on counter labeled.
    • Bok Choy: You can use baby bok choy or full-grown bok choy for this stir fry. Both varieties hold up well to a stir fry. Regardless of the variety you select, be sure to look for a bok choy that is not slimy or bruised and intact and firm at the base of the cabbage.
    • Oil: You want to select a neutral oil with a high-smoking point, such as canola or avocado oil.
    • Maple Syrup: Pure maple syrup will add a nice sweetness to contrast with the natural bitter notes in the bok choy. Honey can be used in place of maple syrup if enjoyed.
    • Soy Sauce: Use reduced-sodium soy sauce to keep the sodium level to a minimum. You opt to use liquid/coconut amino acids in place of the soy sauce if desired.
    • Ginger Root: Use freshly grated ginger root, not ground ginger, for the best flavor.
    • Vinegar: Use rice vinegar or rice wine vinegar. If you don't have rice vinegar on hand, substitute it with another mild vinegar, like apple cider vinegar.
    • Red Pepper Flakes: A pinch of red pepper flakes add subtle heat and allows the palate to wake up. Feel free to omit if you are sensitive to heat.
    • Sesame Seeds: The sesame seeds are optional, but add a nice crunch and texture to the bok choy stir fry.

    How to Stir Fry Bok Choy

    Before cooking bok choy it is essential to clean the vegetable, as its bottom leaves often trap dirt and grime, much like leeks.

    • Cut the bok choy into 1-inch strips and place them into cold water.
    • Use your hands to swish the cabbage around to help remove debris.
    Bok Choy cut up and soaking in water.
    • Drain and rinse the bok choy using a colander, being sure to shake off excess moisture.
    • Dry the bok choy using a clean kitchen towel or using a salad spinner.
    • Heat a bit of oil in a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat.
    • To the oil, add in the minced garlic and ginger and saute for 30 seconds, JUST until fragrant, being careful to not let garlic or ginger burn.
    • Add in the bok choy, soy sauce, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon water, and toss everything together to evenly coat the bok choy with the seasonings.
    • Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes.
    • Uncover, add in the rice wine vinegar, and continue to stir fry, stirring frequently, until the greens are wilted and most of the liquid is absorbed.
    Sauteed Bok Choy in skillet glazed with maple syrup.
    • Turn off the heat and top with toasted sesame seeds and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
    Stir Fried Bok Choy plated on white plate with sesame seeds.

    Storage

    Leftover bok choy stir fry can be stored for 3-4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. This dish can not be frozen.

    More Easy Vegetable Side Dishes

    • Orange Glazed Carrots
    • Green Beans Almondine
    • Oven Roasted Broccoli
    • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
    • Oven Roasted Asparagus
    • Maple Roasted Acorn Squash

    If you tried this recipe for Bok Choy Stir Fry, please be sure to leave a comment and review below.

    Bok Choy on white plate with soy garlic glaze

    Bok Choy Stir Fry

    Quickly sauteed and then glazed in a rich, garlicky, maple sauce, Bok Choy Stir Fry is a flavor packed side dish that is ready in just 10 minutes!
    5 from 25 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Asian
    Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 9 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 43kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound regular or baby bok choy
    • 1 tablespoon neutral oil such as avocado or canola
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger root
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • ½ tablespoon rice wine vinegar
    • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
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    Instructions

    • Drain and rinse the bok choy using a colander, being sure to shake off excess moisture.
    • Dry the bok choy using a clean kitchen towel or using a salad spinner.
    • Heat a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat. Be sure your pan has a lid, or use a baking sheet to cover your saute pan if you do not have a lid that fits.
    • Add in oil and heat for 30 seconds, then add in garlic and ginger and saute for another 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful to not let garlic or ginger burn.
    • Add in the bok choy and toss to coat with the garlic and ginger.
    • Add in the soy sauce, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon water and cover the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
    • Uncover, add in the rice wine vinegar. Stir the bok choy and continue to saute until the greens are wilted and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 1-2 minutes longer.
    • Turn off heat and top with toasted sesame seeds and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

    Notes

    Storage: Leftovers can be stored for 3-4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. This dish can not be frozen.
    Bok Choy: 6-8 baby bok choy typically equates out to 1 pound, but be sure to weigh them at the grocery store. You may need more or less depending on their size. 1 regular bok choy typically weighs about 1 pound. 
    Maple Syrup: Be sure to use pure maple syrup, or substitute with honey. Do not use artificial syrup, as this will make the dish too cloyingly sweet.
    Toasting Sesame Seeds: To toast sesame seeds, add to a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-4 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 43kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 217mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3378IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Melody M Reed

      July 05, 2023 at 7:17 pm

      5 stars
      I doubled the sauce recipe and added more stir fry veggies, carrots, red and yellow peppers and snap peas and had the veggies over long grain brown rice cooked in chicken stock. Yummy.

      Reply
    2. Deborah J Brown

      March 30, 2023 at 8:20 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious 😋

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