“Beef Bok Choy Stir-Fry: A Simple Recipe for Flavor!”
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A quick and flavorful Beef Bok Choy Stir-Fry recipe that combines tender beef with fresh bok choy and a savory sauce.
- Author: Lorenzo Bonucci
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 lb bok choy, washed and chopped
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds, optional
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for marinade)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for marinade)
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper (for marinade)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (for stir-fry sauce)
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (for stir-fry sauce)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (for stir-fry sauce)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (for stir-fry sauce)
- 1 tsp brown sugar (for stir-fry sauce)
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water (for stir-fry sauce)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (for stir-fry sauce)
- Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef thinly against the grain and marinate with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper for 10–15 minutes.
- Mix the Sauce: Whisk together the ingredients for the stir-fry sauce in a small bowl and set aside.
- Sear the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, add the beef, and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until browned. Transfer to a plate.
- Cook the Aromatics: In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, and onion, and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the Bok Choy: Stir-fry bok choy stems for 2 minutes, then add the leafy tops and cook until wilted.
- Combine Everything: Return the beef to the skillet, pour the sauce over, and toss for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or sliced chili peppers.
- Feel free to substitute bok choy with other leafy greens like spinach or kale.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg