Garlic Sautéed Bok Choy with Chicken Powder

Ingredients

• 1 lb Bok choy (Trim ends, separate leaves, and halve larger stalks)
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (Minced or thinly sliced)
• 2 Tbsp Vegetable oil (Neutral oil; can use canola or peanut oil)
• 1 tsp Salt (Divided: ½ tsp for soaking water, ½ tsp for seasoning)
• ½ tsp Chicken powder (instant bouillon) (Adds umami; optional for vegetarian version)

Instructions

1. Trim and separate bok choy

   Cut off the root end, separate the leaves, and halve any large stalks so all pieces are roughly uniform.

   Time: PT3M

2. Soak in salt water

   Place the bok choy pieces in a large bowl of cold water with ½ tsp salt. Let sit for 5 minutes, gently agitating to release sand and insects.

   Time: PT5M

3. Rinse and drain

   Transfer the bok choy to a colander, rinse under running water until no grit remains, then shake off excess water.

   Time: PT2M

4. Prep aromatics

   Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

   Time: PT2M

5. Heat the skillet

   Add 2 Tbsp oil to a skillet or wok and heat over medium‑high heat until shimmering.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

6. Sauté garlic

   Add the minced garlic and stir‑fry for 20‑30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.

   Time: PT30S

   Temperature: Medium‑high

7. Add bok choy

   Add the drained bok choy to the pan, tossing quickly to coat with oil and garlic.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

8. Season

   Sprinkle ½ tsp salt and ½ tsp chicken powder over the bok choy. Continue stir‑frying for another 3‑4 minutes until the stems are bright green and just tender, while the leaves stay soft.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

9. Finish and serve

   Remove from heat, transfer to a serving dish, and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

40

Protein

2g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

2g

Fiber

2g