Bok Choy and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 pound bok choy, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add bok choy, asparagus, onion, and garlic. Cook until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, cornstarch, brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
4. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
5. Serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 5 grams
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams
• Protein: 5 grams
• Fiber: 3 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Healthy and nutritious
• Colorful and appetizing
• Asian-inspired flavors
• Quick and easy to prepare

User Comments:

• "This stir-fry was delicious! The vegetables were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and savory." - John
• "I love the combination of bok choy and asparagus. They're both so healthy and taste great together." - Mary
• "I'm not a big fan of Asian food, but this stir-fry was really good. The sauce was especially tasty." - Tom

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have sesame oil, you can substitute olive oil or vegetable oil.
• You can add other vegetables to this stir-fry, such as bell peppers, carrots, or mushrooms.
• If you want a spicier stir-fry, add more red pepper flakes.