Miso-Glazed Bok Choy with Sesame Noodles
A simple, flavorful 15-minute stir-fry featuring tender bok choy glazed in savory-sweet miso sauce, served over nutty sesame noodles. This japanese-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs soy sauce, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 heads, trimmed and halved lengthwise bok choy
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 8 oz ramen noodles
- 2 cups water
- 2, thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a pot. Add 8 oz ramen noodles and cook for 5 minutes until tender; drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
- Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 halved bok choy heads, cut-side down, and cook for 3 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for 2 more minutes until tender.
- Step 4: Pour the miso sauce over bok choy, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, and toss to coat. Cook for 1 minute until sauce bubbles and thickens slightly. Add drained noodles and toss to combine. Garnish with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced scallions before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Bok Choy with Sesame Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Miso-Glazed Bok Choy with Sesame Noodles?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Bok Choy with Sesame Noodles?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Miso-Glazed Bok Choy with Sesame Noodles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Miso-Glazed Bok Choy with Sesame Noodles gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
