Garlic Mushroom Bok Choy

Tiffany

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Serves: 2-3 People

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Bok Choy is one of the healthiest leafy greens out there and today we’re going to make a quick and easy but delicious garlic mushroom bok choy recipe! Its great for those super busy nights when you don’t know what to cook but want to eat something healthy. Nutrient dense and easy, this recipe is completely soy free!

garlic mushroom bok choy with red chilli pepper

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After spending 2 months in Southeast Asia (Vietnam and Thailand) I was constantly exposed to bok choy. In the grocery stores, super markets, corner stores, it was everywhere! In Jamaica, we have a similar vegetable named Pop Suey. The Caribbean variation is much longer than the Asian Bok Choy. Completely inspired by this Southeastern Asian vegetable, I decided to combine Asian flavours with my Caribbean culture.

freshly washed bok choy leaves

Health Benefits of Bok Choy

Bok Choy is such an underrated leafy green, I would say its on the same level of Kale! It contains potent amounts of Vitamin C which can greatly help to strengthen the immune system. The veggie also has a good amount of fiber which may relieve constipation.

If you want beautiful, clear, and glowing skin juicing Bok Choy may be the way to go! It is safe to eat raw and when paired with key lime, apples, cucumbers and celery, make for a delicious and detoxifying green juice.

What you need

bok choy leaves, mushrooms, onion and red pepper
  • Fresh Bok Choy– Tear apart the mini bok choy without cutting or chopping it into small pieces.
  • Mushrooms– I used King trumpet mushrooms for a meatier and deep umami flavour but feel free to use your desired mushroom.
  • Onion
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • Fresh Red Chilli peppers

Seasonings you need- Garlic Mushroom Bok Choy

dry seasonings on a small plate
sautéed and cooked garlic mushroom bok choy

How to make Garlic Mushroom Bok Choy

  • First Step: Separate the bok choy leaves stem by stem. We won’t be cutting the leaves, only taking them apart form the bunch. Leave your red chilli whole and cut the mushrooms, onions, garlic, bell pepper, and onion.
  • Second Step: Heat a pan with oil and sauté the onion, garlic, chilli pepper, and red bell pepper until fragrant or for at least 2 minutes.
  • Third Step: Once the herbs have sautéed, add in the mushrooms and water. Cover the pan and cook for at least 10 minutes.
  • Fourth Step: Lastly, add in the Bok Choy and cook no longer than 3-5 minutes (risk of over cooking if longer). Add salt to taste and enjoy!
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How to store Garlic Mushroom Bok Choy

Garlic mushroom bok choy is best served hot right off the stove. However, if you need to save it this recipe can store in the fridge for up to 3 days. If you’d like to store for longer the greens can be carefully placed into an airtight ziplock bag and frozen for up to 1.5 weeks.

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  • Prep time: 5 minutes
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Total time: 20 minutes
  • Serves: 2-3 People

Full of nutrients and packed with flavour, this Garlic Mushroom Bok Choy recipe is a delicious Caribbean x Asian fusion! It doesn't take long to make and is a quick healthy week night dinner!

Ingredients

  • 4 bundles Bok Choy, asian variety
  • 4 cloves Garlic , grated or diced
  • 1/4 Bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1/2 Onion, sliced thin
  • 3/4 Cup Mushrooms, of choice (I used king trumpet)
  • 1 Red Chilli, do not cut
  • 1/4 Cup Water
  • 1 Tsp Oil

Garlic Mushroom Bok Choy Dry seasonings

  • 1 Tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 Tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 All Purpose
  • 1 Tsp No salt seasoning, I use Mrs. Dash brand
  • Salt, to taste

Method

  • 1)

    Separate the bok choy leaves stem by stem. Do not cut or chop, only take them apart form the bunch.

    Leave your red chilli whole and cut the mushrooms, onions, garlic, bell pepper, and onion.

  • 2)

    Heat a pan with oil and sauté the onion, garlic, chilli pepper, and red bell pepper until fragrant or for at least 2 minutes.

    Sautéed onion, garlic, chilli, and red pell pepper in a panSautéed onion, garlic, chilli, and red pell pepper in a panSautéed onion, garlic, chilli, and red pell pepper in a pan

    Sautéed onion, garlic, chilli, and red pell pepper in a pan

     

    Sautéed onion, garlic, chilli, and red pell pepper in a panSautéed onion, garlic, chilli, and red pell pepper in a pan

  • 3)

    Once the herbs have sautéed, add in the mushrooms and water. Cover the pot and cook for at least 10 minutes.

    sautéed herbs with king trumpet mushrooms in a pan

  • 4)

    Lastly, add in the Bok Choy and cook no longer than 3-5 minutes (risk of over cooking if longer). Add salt to taste and enjoy!

    Cooked garlic mushroom bok choy

Notes

  • Do not cook the Bok Choy for longer than 5 minutes! Prime cooking time is in between 3-4 minutes. This vegetable overcooks very quickly and will become too tough to chew and eat if cooked for too long. 
  • If chopping the Bok choy, it only takes about 2-3 minutes to cook and not longer.
  • If leaving the Bok choy in the bundles and not separating into individual pieces, it will take about 5-7 minutes to cook.

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