
Bok Choy and Shrimp Stir Fry
Dive into a vibrant and irresistible Bok Choy and Shrimp Stir Fry that brings together tender bok choy and succulent shrimp in a flavorful sauce. This dish is a celebration of textures and tastes, with the crunch of fresh vegetables complemented by the juicy shrimp and a savory sauce that ties it all together. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests with your culinary skills, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Originating from Chinese cuisine, stir-fries like this one showcase the art of balancing flavors and ingredients while preserving the freshness of each element.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Cooked rice (4 cups (for serving))
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
- Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
- Oyster sauce (2 tablespoons)
- Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
- Fresh ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Shrimp (1 pound, peeled and deveined)
- Bok choy (4 cups, chopped)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped bok choy. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until it wilts and becomes tender but still bright green.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the bok choy in the skillet and stir to coat evenly.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine with the bok choy and sauce, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the bok choy and shrimp stir fry over cooked rice, garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
- Enjoy your flavorful and nutritious meal!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 280 • Fat: 10g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 2g