Garlic and Chili Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

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A quick stir-fry of tender bok choy with pungent garlic, fresh ginger, and a hint of chili to clear the sinuses and brighten the palate. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 12 minutes, pairs baby bok choy, garlic cloves, fresh ginger root for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 7 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 90 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
5, thinly sliced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, julienned fresh ginger root
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp julienned fresh ginger root, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 lb halved baby bok choy and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the leaves are wilted and stalks are tender-crisp.
Step 4: Drizzle in 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil, then season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 1 minute until heated through. Serve immediately to help clear nasal passages.