- Ingredients
- Pak Choi (Pak Choi Stir fry), Garlic (Pak Choi Stir fry), Fresh Chili (Pak Choi Stir fry), Soy Sauce (Pak Choi Stir fry), Sesame Oil (Pak Choi Stir fry), Neutral Oil (Pak Choi Stir fry), Sesame seed (Pak Choi Stir fry)
- Prep Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Dish
- Side dish
- Carbohydrates
- ~10 g
- Couisine
- Asian
- Sodium
- ~600 mg
- Total Time
- 15 min
- Category
- Stir fry
- Cook Time
- 10 min
- Fat
- ~8 g
- Diet
- vegan, gluten-free
- Garden Plants
- Pak Choi, Chili Pepper
- Picture
- Protein
- ~4 g
- Fiber
- ~2 g
- Calories
- ~120 kcal
Ingredients
Ingredients
| Name | Amount | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Chili (Pak Choi Stir fry) | 1 | unit | thinly sliced (adjust to taste) |
| Garlic (Pak Choi Stir fry) | 3 | cloves | thinly sliced |
| Neutral Oil (Pak Choi Stir fry) | 1 | tablespoon | for cooking |
| Pak Choi (Pak Choi Stir fry) | 300 | g | washed, halved or quartered |
| Sesame Oil (Pak Choi Stir fry) | 1 | tablespoon | for flavor |
| Sesame seed (Pak Choi Stir fry) | 1 | tablespoon | optional garnish |
| Soy Sauce (Pak Choi Stir fry) | 1.5 | tablespoon | Tamari for gluten-free |
Description
A quick and flavorful stir fry that lets pak choi shine alongside other fresh garden veggies. Lightly sautéed in sesame oil with garlic, ginger, and a splash of tamari, this dish is perfect as a side or served over rice or noodles for a satisfying main. Customize with seasonal additions like carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms, and top with toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts for extra crunch.
Instructions
- Heat neutral oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic, ginger, and fresh chili. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add pak choi, cut side down. Sear undisturbed for 2–3 minutes.
- Flip, add soy sauce, and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until the stems are tender.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, toss well, and remove from heat.
- Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Nutrition per Serving
Recipes
| Name | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pak Choi Stir fry | ~120 kcal | ~4 g | ~8 g | ~10 g | ~2 g | ~600 mg |
Written by neighbors in the community guide. Last edited May 12, 2025.Open in Notion