Bokchoy in Garlic Oyster Sauce
This simple yet flavorful dish of tender baby bok choy is cooked in a savory garlic oyster sauce, making it a delicious side to any meal. It’s quick, easy, and packed with umami!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching, Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: chinese
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb baby bok choy
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
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Instructions
- Blanch the Bok Choy: Bring a pot of water and the salt to a boil over high heat. Add the baby bok choy and blanch for 1 minute. Remove from the water and set aside.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water until smooth. Add the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, chicken bouillon powder, and sesame oil. Mix until fully combined.
- Cook the Sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Then add the prepared sauce and bring it to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve: Place the blanched bok choy on a serving plate and pour the garlic oyster sauce over the top. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or as a side to meat or seafood dishes.
- You can substitute the baby bok choy with other leafy greens such as Shanghai bok choy or chard if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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