Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Ground Meat Recipe
A simple yet delicious stir-fry recipe featuring bok choy and ground meat, offering a flavorful and nutritious meal. This dish is easy to prepare, full of savory flavors, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 lb ground meat (chicken, pork, or beef)
- 4 cups bok choy, chopped (or baby bok choy, halved)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: sesame seeds, chili flakes
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bok choy and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until it starts to wilt.
- Return the ground meat to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth and cook for another 2-3 minutes until bok choy is tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or chili flakes if desired. Serve hot
Notes
- For a spicier version, add fresh chili slices or chili paste to the stir-fry.
- You can substitute bok choy with other leafy greens like spinach or napa cabbage if desired.
- This dish can be served over rice or noodles for a fuller meal.
