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Garlic Bok Choy
A quick and tasty Chinese-inspired garlic bok choy side dish that comes together in about 10 minutes. The crisp bok choy is blanched, then tossed in a savory garlic sauce made with soy, oyster sauce, and a touch of sesame oil.
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Critical Success Points
- • Blanch the bok choy only 1 minute to keep it crisp.
- • Ensure the cornstarch slurry is smooth before adding to the pan.
- • Thicken the sauce just enough to coat the bok choy without burning.
Safety Warnings
- • Boiling water can cause severe burns; handle with care.
- • Hot oil may splatter when adding garlic; keep face away.
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