Daily Food

Perfect Bok Choy

Quick-cooking bok choy is one of our favorite veggie sides. Here we pair it with ginger and sesame oil for a light but flavorful plate of greens. Serve it alongside fish, meat, or your favorite rice dish.

Ingredients

3 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
1 lb. baby bok choy, quartered lengthwise, washed, dried
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (1") piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped
1 tsp. kosher salt, divided
1 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil

Directions

Step 1
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add half of bok choy, arranging cut side down in a single layer, and cook, undisturbed, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and remaining bok choy.

Step 2
Reduce heat to medium. In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds. Return bok choy to pan; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and toss to combine.

Step 3
Add soy sauce and 1 tablespoon water. Cover and steam until bok choy is just fork-tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook, tossing frequently, until liquid is evaporated, about 30 seconds more; season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, if needed.

Step 4
Transfer bok choy to a platter. Drizzle with sesame oil.