Description
A quick and forgiving stir-fry recipe featuring garlic, mushrooms, and bok choy that is perfect for beginner cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (Cremini, button, or shiitake)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- 1 small piece fresh ginger, minced (optional)
- Sliced scallions or chives (optional)
- Chili flakes or fresh sliced chili (optional)
- Tofu cubes, thin-sliced chicken, or shrimp (optional)
- A splash of rice vinegar or lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients and have them near the stove.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Add minced garlic and stir constantly for about 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened and browned.
- If using large bok choy, add the white stems first and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes.
- Add the bok choy leaves and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until wilted.
- Pour in soy sauce and add seasonings, stirring to coat.
- Turn off heat and serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For best results, avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking. Prep all ingredients beforehand to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bok choy, stir-fry, garlic mushroom, vegan, quick meal