Name: Soy-Garlic Bok Choy & Carrot Stir-Fry
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 heads bok choy (about 12 oz), sliced into 1-inch pieces, greens and whites separated; 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 2 teaspoons neutral oil (like canola or grapeseed); 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon water; 2 scallions, sliced (green and white parts separated); 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Soy-Garlic Bok Choy & Carrot Stir-Fry

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This Soy-Garlic Bok Choy & Carrot Stir-Fry is a celebration of comforting Chinese flavors and modern simplicity, perfect for a cool, foggy California night. Using a nostalgic blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper, this dish turns humble vegetables into a vibrant, aromatic centerpiece. The technique of separating stems and greens ensures perfect doneness, while a final flourish of scallions and sesame seeds adds color and crunch. It’s quick, healthy, and deeply satisfying—an easy way to honor family flavors while making dinner your own.

Ingredients

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, sugar, and 1 tablespoon water. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add neutral oil.
Add garlic and the white parts of scallions, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add carrot matchsticks and bok choy stems (whites). Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Add bok choy greens and the sauce. Toss to coat and stir-fry another 2 minutes until greens are wilted and bright green.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Sprinkle with green scallions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.