Best 4 Stir Fried Bok Choy Or Sturdy Greens Recipes

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Stir-fried bok choy, or sturdy greens, is a classic Chinese dish that is both simple to make and incredibly delicious. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or main course, and can be easily adapted to suit your own taste preferences. This article provides three different recipes for stir-fried bok choy, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic stir-fry with garlic and ginger, while the second adds the bold flavors of Shaoxing wine and soy sauce. The third recipe is a spicy Szechuan-style stir-fry with a kick of heat from chili peppers. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes, making them a perfect weeknight meal. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this delicious and healthy dish!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

STIR-FRIED BOK CHOY WITH GINGER AND GARLIC



Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic image

For a quick-fix side, whip up Robin Miller's recipe for Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic from Food Network in just five minutes.

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
8 cups chopped fresh bok choy
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute. Add bok choy and soy sauce cook 3 to 5 minutes, until greens are wilted and stalks are crisp-tender. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.

STIR FRIED BOK CHOY



Stir Fried Bok Choy image

Quick, easy, and tasty!

Provided by artsychic517

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head bok choy
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, sliced
⅓ cup cashews
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder, or more to taste
1 pinch white sugar

Steps:

  • Cut 1/2 to 1 inch slice off the root-end of bok choy; discard stem. Cut stalks diagonally into 1/8-inch pieces; cut or tear leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  • Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat; add onion, cashews, garlic, bok choy, Chinese five-spice, and sugar to the hot oil-butter mixture. Cook and stir bok choy mixture until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 98.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ANY VEGETABLE STIR-FRY



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It's always a shame to let precious vegetables go to waste. Once they pass their prime, they can form the foundation for a tasty stir-fry. Wrap mature greens like kale, Swiss chard and spinach in a damp towel and refrigerate them and they will keep for about seven days. Once they start to become limp, they may no longer shine raw in salads but they are perfect for stir-frying. This recipe works with what you've got, building an easy stir-fry with any combination of toasted nuts, crunchy vegetables and sturdy greens.

Provided by Sarah Copeland

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons canola oil or other neutral oil
1 heaping cup whole, skin-on almonds, pistachios or cashews
Kosher salt
4 to 6 celery stalks, fennel stalks or bok choy, sliced on the bias
1 to 2 cups other crunchy vegetables, such as snap peas, snow peas, green beans, carrots or radishes, trimmed and sliced or chopped if large
1 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
4 packed cups sturdy greens, such as spinach, kale, mustard greens, collards or chard, trimmed and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 to 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
4 cups steamed white or brown long-grain, sushi or basmati rice, for serving
1/2 packed cup torn or roughly chopped mint, cilantro or basil (optional)
Tamari or soy sauce, for serving
Sriracha or other hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large wok, skillet or cast-iron pan, heat the canola oil over medium-high until shimmering. Add the almonds, season with salt and cook, tossing, until toasted and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the celery and crunchy vegetables and toss until slightly softened, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using, and toss until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the sturdy greens, toss until coated in oil, then add the vinegar, scraping the bottom of the wok to release any browned bits. Cover and cook until greens are lightly wilted, about 1 minute.
  • Season with sesame oil and salt to taste. Divide the rice among four bowls and spoon the stir-fry over the top. Scatter the herbs and drizzle with soy sauce and Sriracha, if using.

STIR-FRIED SESAME BABY BOK CHOY



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In this bok choy recipe, you'll stir fry the vegetables with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, and drizzle with sesame oil. It's a great side dish.

Provided by Diana Kuan

Yield Serves 4 as part of a multicourse meal

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound baby bok choy
1½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
½ teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons sesame oil

Steps:

  • Trim and discard the rough bottoms from the baby bok choy. Separate the leaves, rinse, and pat dry.
  • In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar. Set aside.
  • Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until a bead of water sizzles and evaporates on contact. Add the peanut oil and swirl to coat the bottom and sides. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry until aromatic, 20 to 30 seconds. Add the bok choy and stir-fry for about 2 minutes, until crisp-tender. Add the soy sauce mixture and cook for another 30 seconds. Turn off the heat, and drizzle with sesame oil. Transfer to a serving plate and serve hot.

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest bok choy: Look for leaves that are deep green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Clean the bok choy thoroughly: Cut off the root end and any tough outer leaves. Rinse the bok choy under cold water, separating the leaves to ensure that all dirt and grit are removed.
  • Use high heat: Stir-frying is a quick-cooking method, so it's important to use high heat to get a good sear on the bok choy and prevent it from becoming limp.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the bok choy will steam instead of stir-fry. Cook the bok choy in batches if necessary.
  • Stir-fry until the bok choy is tender-crisp: The bok choy should be cooked through but still retain a slight crunch. Overcooking will make the bok choy limp and mushy.
  • Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of soy sauce, rice vinegar, or sesame oil for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Stir-fried bok choy is a simple but delicious dish that can be prepared in just a few minutes. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy side dish, give stir-fried bok choy a try!

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