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Mushroom and Bok Choy Stir-Fry

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This Mushroom and Bok Choy Stir-Fry is a quick, flavorful dish packed with tender mushrooms, crisp bok choy, and a savory garlic-ginger sauce. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish with rice or noodles!

Ingredients

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For the Stir-Fry:
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 8 oz mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, or button), sliced
  • 4 cups baby bok choy, halved or chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, sliced (optional, for color)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
For the Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce for vegetarian)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (for thickening)

 


Instructions

Prepare the Sauce:

  1. Mix the Sauce Ingredients:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch mixture. Set aside.

Cook the Stir-Fry:

  1. Heat the Oil:

    • In a large pan or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics:

    • Add garlic and ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Cook the Mushrooms:

    • Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they soften and release moisture.
  4. Add Bok Choy & Bell Peppers:

    • Stir in bok choy and bell peppers.
    • Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bok choy is tender but still crisp.
  5. Pour in the Sauce:

    • Stir the sauce again and pour over the veggies.
    • Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything.

Garnish & Serve:

  1. Finish & Enjoy:
    • Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
    • Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or as a side dish!

Notes

  • Want protein? Add tofu, shrimp, or chicken.
  • For extra crunch, toss in some cashews or peanuts.
  • Make it spicy by adding sriracha or extra red pepper flakes.