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braised bok choy on a white serving bowl

Braised Bok Choy

Tender baby bok choy is gently braised in a savory garlic-ginger broth that soaks into every layer. This simple stovetop dish delivers deep flavor with minimal effort and no wasted ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds baby bok choy halved lengthwise.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter.
  • 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced.
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  • Optional garnish of sliced scallions or sesame seeds.

Method
 

  1. Rinse the baby bok choy thoroughly under cold water, separating the leaves to remove any grit, then pat completely dry with clean kitchen towels.
  2. Heat the olive oil and unsalted butter together in a wide skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture looks lightly glossy.
  3. Add the sliced garlic and minced ginger to the pan and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring gently, until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Arrange the bok choy halves cut-side down in a single layer in the skillet, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
  5. Cook the bok choy for 2 to 3 minutes until the cut sides are lightly golden and beginning to caramelize.
  6. Carefully pour the vegetable broth and soy sauce around the bok choy, avoiding pouring directly over the leaves.
  7. Sprinkle the kosher salt and black pepper evenly over the bok choy.
  8. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid.
  9. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until the stems are fork-tender and the leaves are fully wilted.
  10. Remove the lid and drizzle the sesame oil evenly over the bok choy.
  11. Use a spoon to gently baste the bok choy with the broth in the pan.
  12. Continue cooking uncovered for 2 minutes to allow the broth to reduce slightly and concentrate in flavor.
  13. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  14. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced scallions or sesame seeds if desired.

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