Sesame-Shiitake Bok Choy
(from otenma’s recipe box)
Be sure to use toasted rather than plain sesame oil—it has a superior nutty flavor. For a little heat, add a pinch of crushed red
Source: Eating Well
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: side dish
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 2-pound head bok choy, trimmed and thinly sliced
- 4 cups sliced shiitake mushroom caps, (9 ounces with stems)
- 2 tablespoons oyster-flavored or oyster sauce, (see Note)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, (see Tip)
Directions
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Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned, 30 seconds.
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Add bok choy and mushrooms; cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2 minutes.
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Continue cooking, stirring often, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes more.
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Stir in oyster sauce, sesame oil and salt.
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Garnish with sesame seeds.
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Tips:
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To toast sesame seeds: Cook in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.