Creative culinary adventures with bok choy
What's the story
Bok choy, a type of Chinese cabbage, packs a powerful punch of nutrition and culinary versatility.
This leafy green vegetable can be steamed, boiled, or stir-fried, and makes a delicious addition to any meal with its crunchy texture and slightly sweet flavor.
Whether you're making a comforting soup or a quick stir-fry, bok choy is your secret weapon for healthy and delicious dishes.
Stir-fry
Bok choy as a stir-fry star
The most common (and delicious) way to cook bok choy is by stir-frying it.
It's super simple and fast - just a couple of minutes on high heat with some garlic and soy sauce, and you're done!
Stir-frying keeps the bok choy crispy and sweet while adding some tasty flavors.
If you want more crunch, throw in some bell peppers or carrots.
Soup addition
Soup's new best friend
Adding bok choy to soup is a game-changer, both nutritionally and tastewise.
Whether you're making a hearty noodle soup or a simple clear vegetable broth, bok choy brings a whole new level of deliciousness with its tender leaves and stems.
Simply toss in the chopped bok choy during the final three minutes of cooking to keep it vibrant and crunchy. Yum!
Salad ingredient
Fresh take on salads
Raw bok choy is a delicious addition to salads.
Its crunchy texture complements the softness of other salad ingredients like tomatoes or avocados.
Simply thinly slice the bok choy and toss it in your favorite dressing for a refreshing side dish. This pairs well with both Asian-inspired and Western meals.
Pickling
The perfect pickle base
Pickled bok choy is a delicious side dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal.
Just cut it into pieces, combine with vinegar, sugar, salt, and your favorite spices, then let it rest for at least 24 hours before serving.
The tangy pickled bok choy is a refreshing change from the usual mild flavor of the vegetable.
Grilling
Grilled greens delight
Grilling bok choy imparts a delicious smoky flavor that you won't get from other cooking methods.
Simply cut the heads in half lengthwise, brush with oil, and season with salt. Grill them cut-side down until charred.
Grilling really elevates the flavor of bok choy by adding a nice smoky element.
And, for a refreshing burst of flavor, try drizzling some fresh lemon juice over the grilled bok choy before serving.