Garlic and Ginger Bok Choy Recipe

Bok choy can be prepared in many ways, but my favorite is a quick stir-fry with fresh garlic and ginger. It’s sweet and savory, comes together in less than 10 minutes, and is the perfect vegetable side dish to round out an Asian-inspired dinner!

Ingredients
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, sliced thinly
2 tablespoons soy sauce I used tamari
4 baby bok choy, cut in half lengthwise, root and leaves trimmed
1/4 cup water plus more as needed
1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca starch
sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat the sesame oil over medium heat in a wok or large skillet or dutch oven
2. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for a couple minutes, taking care the garlic doesn't burn
3. Add the tamari, then the bok choy, turning to coat in the oil and seasoning.
4. Add 1/4 cup of water and cover the pan with a lid. Steam the bok choy until the stem end is tender, about 4 or 5 minutes. Add more water if necessary.
5. Make a slurry of the cornstarch with some water. Push the bok choy to the sides and pour the slurry into the center, stirring to make a sauce. It should thicken and become glossy.
6. Remove the bok choy to a platter, pour the sauce over top and garnish with the sesame seeds.