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Savory Bok Choy and Carrot Stir Fry
Dive into this vibrant and healthy stir fry featuring tender bok choy and sweet carrots. This dish is a delightful homage to traditional Asian cuisine, where stir-frying is a quick and flavorful way to prepare vegetables. The savory sauce, with a hint of sweetness from honey and a touch of sesame oil, perfectly complements the fresh ingredients, making it a fantastic main course or a colorful side dish to any meal. A quick and nutritious option that packs a punch of flavors and textures!
Ingredients
- Bok choy
- 4 cups, chopped
- Carrots
- 2 medium, julienned
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger
- 1 tablespoon, minced
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Salt
- to taste
- Pepper
- to taste
- Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon
- Honey
- 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon
- Water
- 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, cornstarch, and water. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the julienned carrots and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to slightly soften.
- Incorporate the chopped bok choy into the skillet, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the bok choy is wilted and tender.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables, stirring to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Continue cooking for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the vegetables.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
- Serve hot as a main course or as a side dish, and enjoy the fresh flavors!
Tips
- For added protein, consider adding tofu or chicken to the stir fry.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences—bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli are great additions.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course / Side Dish Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Calories: 120 Fat: 6g Carbs: 15g Protein: 3g Sodium: 600mg Sugar: 4g
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