Bok Choy and Shiitake Stir Fry
Bok choy and shiitake mushrooms come together in this quick and easy stir-fry. The bok choy provides a slightly bitter flavor, while the shiitake mushrooms add an earthy umami note. The whole thing is tossed in a simple sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper. This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's also a delicious and satisfying meal on its own.
This recipe has its roots in the Chinese culinary tradition, where stir-frying is a common cooking method. It is a quick and easy way to cook vegetables, and it results in a dish that is both flavorful and healthy. This particular recipe is inspired by the classic Chinese dish of bok choy and shiitake mushrooms stir-fry. I've made a few modifications to the recipe, including adding rice vinegar and sesame oil to the sauce. These additions give the dish a bit more complexity and flavor. I've also included step-by-step instructions so that you can easily recreate this dish at home.
Bok Choy and Shiitake Stir Fry Bok Choy and Shiitake Stir Fry Bok Choy and Shiitake Stir Fry Bok Choy and Shiitake Stir Fry
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 head of bok choy, chopped
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
  3. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper to the skillet.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Add the bok choy and shiitake mushrooms to the skillet.
  6. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  7. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The combination of bok choy and shiitake mushrooms provides a nice balance of flavors and textures.
  • The simple sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper is flavorful and complements the vegetables well.
  • Stir-frying is a quick and easy cooking method that results in a dish that is both flavorful and healthy.