Ingredients and Weight:
- Baby Bok Choy: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Garlic: 3-4 cloves
- Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- White sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Chicken broth or water: 1 cup
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Total: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the baby bok choy: Trim the roots and wash thoroughly. Set aside.
- Prepare the garlic: Peel and crush or slice the garlic.
- Heat the oil in a large pan or wok over high heat.
- Add the garlic and cook for a minute or until fragrant.
- Add the baby bok choy and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the salt and sugar, and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the chicken broth or water into the pan and let it boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook until the bok choy is tender but still crisp.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approximately 120 calories per serving (assuming no additional oil or seasoning)
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 6g (of which, saturated fat: 1g)
- Fiber: 4g (Approximate values may vary based on actual ingredients used)
Dish Characteristics:
- Quick and easy to prepare dish that combines the flavors of garlic and baby bok choy.
- The dish has a slight crunchiness to the bok choy, with a rich and savory garlic flavor.
- It is a healthy dish that is low in fat and high in fiber and nutrients.
User Comments:
- "This dish was so simple yet tasty! My family loved it."
- "The garlic flavor was perfect, not too overpowering."
- "I added a bit of chili flakes for a kick of heat, really brought out the flavors."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure to wash the baby bok choy thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities.
- Adjust the seasoning according to personal preference.
- If you like your vegetables well-done, you can cook for a longer time, but be careful not to overcook the bok choy as it may become too soft.
