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Savory Bok Choy and Mushroom Stir-Fry

Savory Bok Choy and Mushroom Stir-Fry

A quick and easy stir-fry featuring bok choy and mushrooms, perfect for using up leftover greens and mushrooms. This dish is flavorful, bright, and made in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the stir-fry
  • 2 cups bok choy, chopped Use baby bok choy for tenderness or regular for crunch.
  • 2 cups mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster, or button), sliced Avoid washing mushrooms under running water.
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or peanut oil Use for stir-frying; sesame oil is good for flavoring at the end.
For the stir-fry sauce
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Optional but recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey or brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with water (3 tablespoons) Mix before cooking to avoid lumps.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the bok choy and mushrooms.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until well combined.
Cooking
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  2. Add bok choy stalks and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add mushrooms and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until mushrooms are browned and tender.
  4. Add bok choy leaves and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the sauce and toss everything quickly for 30-60 seconds until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

To keep veggies crisp, avoid overcrowding the pan and use high heat. Consider adding protein options like chicken, shrimp, or tofu to enhance the meal.