Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushroom and Bok Choy with Garlic Sauce
A quick and vibrant Asian stir-fry featuring earthy shiitake mushrooms and crisp bok choy in a savory garlic sauce. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs shiitake mushrooms, baby bok choy, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 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
- 8 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 12 oz, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, finely grated ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 cup water, and 1 tsp cornstarch in a small bowl; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they start to brown and soften.
- Step 4: Toss in 12 oz halved baby bok choy and stir-fry for 2 minutes until the leaves begin to wilt but stems remain crisp.
- Step 5: Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables and toss continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the mushrooms and bok choy evenly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushroom and Bok Choy with Garlic Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushroom and Bok Choy with Garlic Sauce?
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 shiitake mushrooms from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushroom and Bok Choy with Garlic Sauce?
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 Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushroom and Bok Choy with Garlic Sauce 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.
Is Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushroom and Bok Choy with Garlic Sauce vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
