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bok choy garlic sauce

bok choy garlic sauce

This bok choy garlic sauce transforms a simple vegetable into something extraordinary with the aroma of garlic and sesame oil, creating a quick and flavorful side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 95
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh bok choy
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare bok choy by trimming the tough ends and separating the leaves. Wash thoroughly and pat dry.
  2. Cut bok choy: slice baby bok choy in half lengthwise or chop larger bok choy into 2-inch pieces for stalks and roughly chop the leaves.
  3. Mince garlic finely and mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
  4. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil and sesame oil.
  5. Add minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until golden and aromatic.
  6. Add bok choy stalks (or halved baby bok choy) and sear for about 2 minutes without stirring.
  7. Add leafy parts, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and broth. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
  8. Stir in cornstarch slurry and toss for about 30 seconds until sauce thickens.
  9. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes, and serve immediately.

Notes

Don't overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Prep all ingredients before cooking for best results. Adjust garlic to preference.