Chili Garlic Bok Choy

Chili Garlic Bok Choy is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly balances the mild, crunchy texture of bok choy with the bold flavors of chili and garlic. This quick and healthy stir-fry makes for an excellent side dish or a light main course, packed with essential vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients

• Bok Choy - 300 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped

Steps

1. Wash the bok choy thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or grit, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large pan or wok, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
3. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the pan, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burned.
4. Add the chopped bok choy to the pan, stirring well to coat it with the garlic and chili mixture.
5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, then season with salt and black pepper. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the bok choy is tender but still crisp.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, promoting healthy vision and immune function.
• Low in calories while high in dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and weight management.

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