# Grilled Baby Bok Choy: A Medley of Asian Flavors
Grilled baby bok choy is not only a visually appealing appetizer or side dish with its vibrant green leaves, but also a flavor-packed dish brimming with umami and a hint of smokiness. Grilled to perfection, the baby bok choy takes on a tender-crisp texture that pairs harmoniously with a variety of sauces and toppings.
## A Culinary Journey Through Asian Flavors
This article offers a culinary tour of Asian flavors through three distinct recipes that revolve around grilled baby bok choy. The first recipe tantalizes the taste buds with a simple yet flavorful soy-ginger marinade, allowing the natural sweetness of the baby bok choy to shine through. The second recipe introduces a savory and spicy kick with a Korean-inspired gochujang sauce, adding a touch of heat and complexity to the dish. Last but not least, the third recipe takes inspiration from Thai cuisine, featuring a vibrant and aromatic nahm jim sauce that bursts with citrusy and herbaceous notes.
Whether you prefer a classic soy-ginger combination, a bold Korean gochujang sauce, or an aromatic Thai nahm jim sauce, these recipes provide a delightful array of options to suit diverse palates. So embark on this culinary journey and experience the versatility of grilled baby bok choy, a humble vegetable transformed into a star of the table.
GRILLED SALMON AND BABY BOK CHOY WITH GINGER AND GARLIC
Steps:
- Prepare a gas or charcoal grill to moderately high heat.
- Trim 1/8 inch from the bottom of each bok choy, then cut into quarters. Wash the bok choy in several changes of cold water and dry in a colander or salad spinner.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, sake, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- On a large baking sheet, arrange 2 (12 by 24-inch) pieces of heavy-duty foil, overlapping them in the center to form a cross. Brush the entire surface of the salmon with the sesame oil mixture, then sprinkle with salt and pepper and place skin side down in the center of the foil. Arrange the bok choy on top of the salmon, then fold the foil into a packet, sealing in the salmon and bok choy.
- Transfer the foil packet to the grill and cook until the salmon is just opaque in center, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board, open the foil slightly, and let stand 10 minutes.
- Remove the salmon and bok choy from the foil and cut the salmon into 8 servings. Divide the bok choy among 8 plates and top each with a piece of salmon. Garnish plates with lime wedges and serve immediately.
GRILLED SOY, GINGER AND LIME TOFU STEAKS WITH CHARRED BABY BOK CHOY
These zesty marinated tofu steaks will become a summertime cookout favorite. Starting with well-dried tofu, adding brown sugar to the marinade and cooking slowly over medium heat helps create a crisp and flavorful crust on the tofu without drying out the center. Topped with extra marinade and sliced scallions and served with charred baby boy choy, this is a deliciously satisfying meal for all.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the tofu steaks on a paper towel-lined rimmed baking sheet and top with more paper towels, pressing gently to remove excess moisture. Remove the paper towels and towel and sprinkle the tofu with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Stir to combine the soy sauce, cilantro, lime juice, brown sugar, ginger, garlic and scallion whites in a medium bowl. Pour 1/3 cup of the marinade over the tofu steaks, flipping to coat both sides. Reserve the remaining marinade for serving.
- Put the bok choy on another rimmed baking sheet and brush all sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Prepare a grill for medium heat and brush the grates of the grill with oil.
- Put the tofu steaks and bok choy, cut-sides down, on the grill at an angle across the grates. Close the lid of the grill and cook for 5 minutes, then rotate both the tofu and the bok choy 90 degrees and cook another 5 minutes with the lid closed. Flip the tofu steaks and bok choy and cook for another 10 minutes with the lid closed, rotating 90 degrees halfway through to create crosshatch grill marks.
- Remove the tofu and bok choy to a platter. Spoon the reserved marinade over the tofu and bok choy and sprinkle the tofu steaks with the scallion greens and toasted sesame seeds.
GRILLED BABY BOK CHOY WITH MISO BUTTER
Provided by Laura B. Russell
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the leaves away from the bok choy stalks. Halve the stalks lengthwise. Rinse the leaves and stalks well, then pat dry to remove any excess water. In a small bowl, mix together the butter and miso with a fork until well combined. Set aside.
- Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal or gas grill. Put the bok choy stalks in a large bowl. Using your hands (or a fork), coat the bok choy with the miso butter. Arrange the bok choy, cut side down, on the grill grate. (If you have a grill screen, set it on top of the grate before adding the bok choy, to keep the stalks from falling through the gaps.) Close the lid and grill for about 5 minutes, until golden brown on the underside. Turn the bok choy with tongs, re-cover, and grill for 5 to 6 minutes more, until golden and crisp-tender.
- While the stalks are cooking, stack the bok choy leaves and roll them up lengthwise into a cigar shape. Slice the leaves crosswise into thin shreds. Make a bed of the shredded leaves on a serving platter. Drizzle the leaves with the oil and lemon juice, sprinkle with the salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and toss to combine.
- Put the grilled bok choy on the dressed salad to wilt the leaves; sprinkle additional pepper over the bok choy. Serve immediately.
GRILLED BABY BOK CHOY
Found online and adapted from Gourmet via Food Network. I was looking for something to complete my Asian inspired Memorial Day Menu . Worked out perfect!
Provided by carmenskitchen
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine vinegar and chili paste and season with salt and pepper. Whisk in oil. Stir in scallions and sesame seeds. Add the bok choy and toss to coat. Chill for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the grill. Lay the bok choy halves on hot grill, cut sides down. Grill 2 to 5 minutes until crisp tender. Serve with additional sesame seeds and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.4, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 27.7, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 1.5
GRILLED ASIAN PORK CHOPS AND BABY BOK CHOY
Make and share this Grilled Asian Pork Chops and Baby Bok Choy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lizzie Rodriquez
Categories Pork
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Whisk together black bean sauce, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and ginger in shallow dish. Set 2 tablespoons marinade aside. Add pork to remaining marinade; let stand 20 minutes.
- Remove pork from marinade; brush cut side of bok choy with reserved 2 tablespoons marinade. Grill pork until just cooked through and thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 145°F, about 5 minutes per side. Grill bok choy until softened and lightly charred, about 5 minutes total.
- Divide pork and bok choy among 4 plates. Sprinkle with cilantro, garnish with lime wedges, and serve.
GRILLED BABY BOK CHOY AND TOMATO SIDE DISH
Although throwing an ear of corn on the grill is perfectly fine why not try something different?? These are quick, easy and very flavorful. Feel free to switch up the seasonings to compliment whatever main dish you are serving! The way they are prepared they would go great with beef, pork, fish or poultry. Your tastes may vary slightly.......so do what you like!! ENJOY!!
Provided by Love to Eat
Categories Greens
Time 20m
Yield 2 sides, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- halve bok choy and tomatoes.
- sprinkle cut sides with salt pepper and italian seasoning, to taste.
- in small saute pan cook garlic over medium heat, do not let it get brown, you are only trying to infuse the olive oil with the garlic flavor. When finished pour oil into small pyrex measuring cup, add salt, pepper and a small amount of italian seasoning, stir. Reserve.
- grill bok choy and tomatoes cut side up over medium direct heat until they have slight grill marks, turn and do the same on the cut side. Don't be afraid a little char adds alot of flavor. Bok Choy should be grilled with the bulbs over the direct heat and the leaves over indirect heat to prevent burning.
- remove from grill and drizzle cut side with reserved olive oil and garlic mixture. Serve 1/2 bok choy and 1/2 tomato to each guest, or yourself -- ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.5, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 18.5, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.7, Protein 1.3
GRILLED BABY BOK CHOY, ONIONS & GARLIC
Steps:
- 1. Heat grill and make sure an area of medium-high heat is available. 2. Combine the Dressing ingredients in a bowl. Mix well. 3. Add bok choy and onions to bowl and mix with dressing. 4. Grill bok choy and onions for 3-4 minutes turning to make sure they are crisp but not black. Pull onions early if they start to blacken more quickly. 5. Place bok choy and onions in bowl. Add the fried golden garlic and mix well.
GRILLED BABY BOK CHOY
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Cut the leaves away from the bok choy stalks. Halve the stalks lengthwise. Rinse the leaves and stalks well, then pat dry to remove any excess water. In a small bowl, mix together the butter and miso with a fork until well combined. 2. Prepare a medium-hot fire -- a hotter fire will burn the miso paste -- n a charcoal or gas grill. Put the bok choy stalks in a large bowl. Using your hands (or a fork), coat the bok choy with the miso butter. Arrange the bok choy, cut side down, on the grill grate. Close the lid and grill for about 5 minutes, until golden brown on the underside. Turn the bok choy with tongs, re-cover, and grill for 5 to 6 minutes more, until golden and crisp-tender. 3. While the stalks are cooking, stack the bok choy leaves and roll them up lengthwise into a cigar shape. Slice the leaves crosswise into thin shreds. Make a bed of the shredded leaves on a serving platter. Drizzle the leaves with the oil and lemon juice, sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss to combine. 4. Put the grilled bok choy on the dressed salad to wilt the leaves; sprinkle additional pepper over the bok choy. Serve immediately. 5. Reprinted with permission from Brassicas by Laura B. Russell (Ten Speed Press, © 2014). Photo credit: Sang An.
Tips:
- Choose small, tender baby bok choy for the best flavor and texture.
- Trim the root ends and any tough outer leaves from the bok choy.
- To grill the bok choy, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the bok choy with oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the bok choy for 4-5 minutes per side, or until lightly charred and tender.
- Serve the grilled baby bok choy immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Grilled baby bok choy is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a variety of meals. It's a great way to add some extra vegetables to your diet, and it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals. If you're looking for a simple and flavorful way to prepare baby bok choy, grilling is a great option.
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