This quick and easy stir-fried bok choy is my favorite way to enjoy this tender leafy Asian green. It’s ready in just 10 minutes and cooks in the most delicious savory sauce made with garlic, shallots, and sesame. It's the perfect side dish with any protein and a scoop of cooked rice.
Prep time: PT2M
Cook time: PT8M
Total time: PT10M
Rating
4.86 stars (2866 reviews)
Keywords
Baby Bok Choy, Bok Choy, bok choy recipe, bok choy with garlic sauce, how to cook bok choy, stir-fried bok choy
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 cloves garlic (minced)
2 large shallots (minced)
2 pounds baby bok choy (halved or quartered)
2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
Categories
Side Dish
Vegetables
Cuisine
Asian
Steps
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet set over medium-high heat. Swirl to coat the entire surface of the pan.
Add the minced garlic and shallots. Sauté, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
Add the bok choy, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Toss to coat, then cover the pan.
Steam for 1-2 minutes, uncover and toss again. Re-cover and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the bok choy is tender and cooked to desired doneness.
Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes if using, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 54 kcal
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Protein: 2 g
Fat: 3 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Sodium: 439 mg
Sugar: 1 g
Reviews
Lindy Rose on 2025-08-13 (5 stars): I halved the recipe and added a soft scrambled egg and it is my favorite easy, delicious and healthy breakfast. I did op up pan sauce a bit t reduce sodium but tons of flavor remained. Thanks so much!
Shawna on 2025-06-17 (5 stars): This is the best simple little recipe. I’ll be making it so much! Thank you!!!
Remy on 2025-05-27 (5 stars): I love how easy this recipe was, and it turned out amazing!
Ginette on 2025-05-06 (5 stars): I have added sliced pork tenderloin and served it with rice. It's a delicious fast meal. Love it!
Amber on 2025-05-06 (5 stars): We made this last night, it was so easy and paired well with your pork chops! Five stars for sure.
Margaret C on 2025-03-16 (5 stars): I have made this recipe repeatedly and I do add the slices of fresh ginger and I add oyster mushrooms to it along with a little bit of chopped red pepper for color. When do you suggest is the best time to add other vegetables?
Kay on 2025-02-02 (5 stars): I cannot thank you enough for introducing me to this wonderful vegetable! I’ve been making a version of this recipe once a week for almost a year now! This recipe has reached legendary status in my household!
I slice the bok choy, add some minced ginger, a touch of Chinese 5 spice… and serve topped with soft boiled eggs and sriracha. Absolutely delicious! I make a bulk batch of it and have it everyday as breakfast or lunch until it’s gone.
Im first-trimester pregnant, sick as a dog, and hate all foods currently EXCEPT this recipe! I’m completely obsessed and can’t get enough! Im so beyond grateful that you took the time to share this recipe with us!
karen on 2025-01-27 (5 stars): go to receipe for sure my husband loves it I used 8 baby boo chow's and he wanted more. So good recommend . I did mix the red pepper flakes in the soya sauce and sesame oil by mistake but still came out good.
Lillian Williamson on 2025-01-14 (5 stars): All I can say is I didn’t make enough !!! Yum
