Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 lb

baby bok choy

trimmed, washed, and dried

1 tbsp

grapeseed oil

3 clove

garlic

minced

0.75 lb

ground pork

1 tbsp

soy sauce

1 tbsp

chili garlic sauce

0.5 tsp

sesame seed oil

Step 1
~2 min

Trim the ends of the bok choy.

Step 2
~2 min

Wash the bok choy thoroughly and pat dry.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the grapeseed or canola oil to the hot skillet.

Step 5
~2 min

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant and softened.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the ground pork to the skillet.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook the pork, breaking it up with a spatula, for 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.

Step 8
~2 min

Stir in the soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and sesame seed oil.

Step 9
~2 min

Cook for 1 minute to allow the sauces to combine.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the bok choy to the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 11
~2 min

Cook for 1 minute, or until the bok choy is tender and slightly wilted.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve immediately while warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to your desired spice level.

Do not overcook the bok choy to maintain its crispness.

Serve with steamed rice or quinoa.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can chop vegetables ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice.

Garnish with chopped green onions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Miso soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Common dish in Chinese and other Asian cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Quick lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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