Spicy Garlic Bok Choy

Spicy Garlic Bok Choy is a vibrant, flavorful dish that highlights the crunchiness of bok choy with a spicy garlic sauce. Perfect as a side for any Asian-inspired meal, it packs a punch of flavor while being completely dairy-free.

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
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Scallions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the bok choy thoroughly under cold water and chop it into bite-sized pieces, separating the leaves from the stalks.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the bok choy stalks to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Next, add the bok choy leaves, soy sauce, red chili flakes, and sesame oil. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the leaves are wilted and tender.
6. Remove from heat, season with salt to taste, and garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Bok choy is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, promoting healthy skin and immune function.
• Garlic has anti-inflammatory properties and can help improve heart health.

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