Sautéed Garlic Ginger Bok Choy with Sesame

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

A simple stir-fry of tender bok choy infused with aromatic garlic and fresh ginger, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. This asian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs baby bok choy, halved lengthwise, sesame oil, fresh ginger, finely grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb halved baby bok choy to the skillet, stirring to coat with the garlic-ginger oil. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the greens wilt and the stalks become tender but still crisp.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the bok choy. Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.