For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes from the chili pepper before mincing. If you don't have a steamer basket, you can blanch the bok choy briefly in boiling water for about 1-2 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well before serving. Feel free to add a splash of rice vinegar or lime juice to the sauce for a touch of acidity. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for added visual appeal and flavor.
Bok Choy with Ginger Chili Sauce
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME5 mins
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TOTAL TIME15 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS9
Vibrant and crisp-tender bok choy, elevated by a fragrant and fiery ginger chili sauce. A quick and flavorful side dish that perfectly complements any Asian-inspired meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate6 g
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Cholesterol0 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium1368 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
Prepare the Bok Choy: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Place the bok choy in a steamer basket set over the boiling water. Sprinkle evenly with sea salt. (2 minutes)
02
Step
4 mins
Steam the Bok Choy: Cover the steamer and cook until the bok choy is tender-crisp and vibrantly green, about 3-5 minutes. Transfer the steamed bok choy to a warmed serving platter.
03
Step
1 mins
Infuse the Aromatics: While the bok choy steams, heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coconut oil, swirling to coat the pan. (1 minute)
04
Step
1 mins
Sauté Ginger, Chili, and Garlic: Add the grated ginger, minced chili pepper, and minced garlic to the hot oil. Stir-fry until fragrant and lightly golden, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
05
Step
1 mins
Create the Sauce: Pour in the light soy sauce and Thai fish sauce (or vegetarian alternative). Stir-fry continuously until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened, about 30 seconds.
06
Step
1 mins
Combine and Serve: Immediately drizzle the fragrant ginger chili sauce evenly over the steamed bok choy. Serve hot and enjoy!
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Geovany Kessler
Jun 27, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! The bok choy was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was bursting with flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Brooks Davis
Jun 25, 2025I loved how quickly this came together. It's a fantastic weeknight side dish that's both healthy and delicious.
Tracy Kub
Jun 19, 2025The spice level was just right for me. I appreciate the tip about removing the seeds for a milder flavor, as I'm not a huge fan of super spicy food.
Dino Powlowski
Jun 11, 2025I tried it with vegetarian fish sauce, and it was still amazing! A great option for vegetarians looking for an authentic flavor.