Description
Bright, crisp bok choy meets a rich, savory oyster sauce in this quick and easy stir-fry. Bok Choy with Oyster Sauce is a versatile dish that’s ready in minutes, perfect as a healthy side or a light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs 900 g bok choy, cleaned and halved
- 2 tbsp garlic (minced)
- 8 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for thickening)
- ¾ tsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame oil)
- ¾ cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Bok Choy: Clean the bok choy thoroughly and slice each stalk in half lengthwise. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the Oil: In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable or sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook the Bok Choy: Add the halved bok choy to the pan, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until the leaves start to wilt and the stalks become tender but still crisp.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the oyster sauce, granulated sugar, and water. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.
- Thicken the Sauce: Dissolve 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a little water, then slowly stir the cornstarch mixture into the sauce to thicken it.
- Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce over the bok choy in the pan, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the bok choy is fully cooked.
- Serve: Transfer the bok choy to a serving plate, ensuring it’s evenly coated with the savory oyster sauce. Serve hot, either as a side dish or a light main course.
Notes
- Alternative Greens: Replace bok choy with spinach, Chinese broccoli (gai lan), or napa cabbage for variety.
- Adjust the Sweetness: Add more or less sugar depending on your taste preferences.
- Vegan Option: Use mushroom-based oyster sauce for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-inspired