Here’s a complete, restaurant-style recipe for Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy with Garlic Chili Sauce 🌶️🥬
It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect as a side or main.
🥬 Stir-Fried Baby Bok Choy with Garlic Chili Sauce
⏱ Prep time: 10 minutes
🍳 Cook time: 8 minutes
🍽 Serves: 2–3
Ingredients
For the bok choy
- 500g baby bok choy (about 10–12 pieces)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
For the garlic chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons water or broth
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the bok choy
- Rinse the baby bok choy well.
- Trim the base and separate leaves.
- Pat dry completely (important for stir-frying).
2️⃣ Make the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together:
- soy sauce
- oyster sauce
- chili garlic sauce
- rice vinegar
- sesame oil
- sugar
- water/broth
- cornstarch (if using)
Set aside.
3️⃣ Stir-fry the bok choy
- Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add vegetable oil and swirl.
- Add minced garlic (and ginger if using) and stir-fry 10–15 seconds until fragrant.
- Add baby bok choy and stir-fry for 2 minutes, until leaves begin to wilt.
4️⃣ Add the sauce
- Pour in the garlic chili sauce.
- Stir continuously for 1–2 minutes until bok choy is coated and tender-crisp.
- If you like a glossy finish, let the sauce thicken slightly.
5️⃣ Serve
- Transfer to a plate.
- Garnish with sliced green onions or toasted sesame seeds.
🌶 Tips for the Best Result
✅ Dry bok choy thoroughly to prevent oil splatter
✅ Cook on high heat for a crisp-tender texture
✅ If you want it spicier, add extra chili garlic sauce or fresh chilies
✅ Add a splash of chicken broth for deeper flavor
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles
- Pairs well with garlic shrimp, teriyaki chicken, or tofu
- Great as a side for Asian-style meals