Soy-Glazed Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Garlic
Quick stir-fried bok choy tossed in a savory soy and garlic sauce, perfect as a simple Cantonese vegetable side. This chinese-inspired vegetarian ready in about 12 minutes pairs halved lengthwise baby bok choy, thinly sliced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 60 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.
Ingredients
- 500 g, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
- 4 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 500 g halved baby bok choy and stir-fry for 2 minutes until the leaves begin to wilt.
- Step 3: Pour in 1.5 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 3 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir well and cover the wok with a lid, cooking for 3 minutes until the bok choy stems turn tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Remove the lid, stir to coat the bok choy in the sauce, and drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss once more and serve immediately as a vibrant vegetable side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 12 minutes (5 min prep + 7 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 Soy-Glazed Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Garlic?
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 thinly sliced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Glazed Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Garlic?
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 Soy-Glazed Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Garlic for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Soy-Glazed Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Garlic?
Chinese vegetarian 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.
