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Garlic Sesame Baby Bok Choy dish served with a drizzle of sesame oil.
Clara Whitley

Garlic Sesame Baby Bok Choy

A vibrant and flavorful side dish featuring crunchy baby bok choy, fragrant garlic, and nutty sesame oil, all prepared in under 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb baby bok choy, halved or quartered lengthwise Choose smaller bok choy for tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil Olive oil can be used as a milder substitute.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds Optional, for garnish.
  • to taste salt and pepper Season according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the baby bok choy under cold water to remove any grit.
  2. Slice them in halves or quarters depending on their size.
Cooking
  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and stir gently for about 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly golden.
  3. Add the bok choy to the skillet, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Sauté for roughly 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until leaves are tender and stalks are vibrant.
  5. Drizzle soy sauce over the bok choy, toss to combine, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top if using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 370mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

This dish is versatile and pairs well with grilled meats or can be served with quinoa for a vegetarian option. Consider adding rice vinegar or red pepper flakes for added flavor.

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