Total Time
15 min
Couisine
Asian
Category
Stir fry
Diet
vegangluten-free
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
10 min
Rest Time
Dish
Side dish
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Servings
2
Calories
~120 kcal
Garden Plants
Ingredients
Name | Amount | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | unit | thinly sliced (adjust to taste) | |
3 | cloves | thinly sliced | |
1 | tablespoon | for cooking | |
300 | g | washed, halved or quartered | |
1 | tablespoon | for flavor | |
1 | tablespoon | optional garnish | |
1.5 | tablespoon | Tamari for gluten-free |
Description
A quick and flavorful stir fry that lets pak choi shine alongside other fresh garden veggies. Lightly sautéed in sesame oil with garlic, ginger, and a splash of tamari, this dish is perfect as a side or served over rice or noodles for a satisfying main. Customize with seasonal additions like carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms, and top with toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts for extra crunch.
Instructions
- Heat neutral oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic, ginger, and fresh chili. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add pak choi, cut side down. Sear undisturbed for 2–3 minutes.
- Flip, add soy sauce, and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until the stems are tender.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, toss well, and remove from heat.
- Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Nutrition per Serving
Name | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
~120 kcal | ~4 g | ~8 g | ~10 g | ~2 g | ~600 mg |