Sautéed Bok Choy with Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms
A vibrant, umami-packed side dish with tender bok choy and earthy shiitakes, finished with a touch of ginger. This asian-inspired whole30 ready in about 20 minutes pairs avocado oil, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 95 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. 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, separated into stems and leaves bok choy
- 4 oz, stems removed and sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp tamari
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add shiitake mushrooms and cook for 4 minutes until golden at edges.
- Step 2: Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add bok choy stems, cook for 2 minutes, then add leaves and tamari. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until stems are tender but still crisp and leaves are wilted, seasoning with sea salt.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Bok Choy with Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Sautéed Bok Choy with Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 avocado oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Bok Choy with Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 Sautéed Bok Choy with Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Sautéed Bok Choy with Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms?
Asian whole30 like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
