Are you craving a lightning-fast, nutritious dish that will transform your weeknight dinner from ordinary to extraordinary? Look no further than this sensational Bok Choy and Mushroom stir-fry! In just 15 minutes, you'll create a vibrant, flavor-packed side dish that's not only incredibly healthy but also bursts with authentic Chinese cuisine's bold, fresh flavors. Prepare to impress your family and tantalize your taste buds with this simple yet sophisticated vegetable masterpiece.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- Bok choy, chopped
- Mushrooms, sliced
- Garlic, minced
- Oil for stir-frying
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the bok choy thoroughly, trim the ends, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Slice the mushrooms evenly and mince the garlic finely.
- Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat the cooking surface completely.
- When the oil is hot and shimmering, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown slightly.
- Introduce the chopped bok choy to the wok, tossing quickly to mix with the mushrooms and garlic.
- Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, keeping them moving to ensure even cooking and preventing burning.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, continuing to toss and mix the vegetables.
- Cook until the bok choy leaves are bright green and slightly wilted, but still crisp, and the stems are tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat immediately and transfer to a serving plate to prevent overcooking.
- Serve hot as a side dish or light vegetable main course, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or green onions.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: Select crisp, bright green bok choy and firm mushrooms for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Before Cooking: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before heating the wok, as stir-frying happens quickly.
- High Heat is Key: Ensure your wok or skillet is hot before adding oil to achieve that perfect restaurant-style sear.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and prevent steaming instead of stir-frying.
- Watch the Garlic: Sauté garlic just until fragrant to prevent burning, which can make the dish bitter.
- Keep Vegetables Moving: Constant tossing ensures even cooking and prevents burning.
- Maintain Vegetable Crispness: Cook just until bok choy leaves are bright green and stems are tender-crisp.
- Optional Enhancements: Experiment with adding a splash of soy sauce, oyster sauce, or garnishing with toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
