Gluten-Free Steamed Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Drizzle

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this Gluten-Free Steamed Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Drizzle—a quick, healthy, and flavorful recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender steamed baby bok choy is paired with a savory-sweet garlic soy sauce made with gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos, a touch of honey or maple syrup, and fragrant toasted sesame oil. This dish comes together in just 15 minutes, delivering vibrant flavors and crisp-tender textures that complement any meal. Garnished with optional sesame seeds, it’s a nutritious, plant-based side that’s both gluten-free and vegan-friendly when you choose maple syrup. Simple, wholesome, and utterly satisfying, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of Asian-inspired cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:6 mins

Total Time:16 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 heads Baby bok choy
• 3 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce (tamari or coconut aminos)
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (for vegan option)
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar (gluten-free)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the baby bok choy under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Slice each head lengthwise through the center, leaving the root intact to hold the leaves together.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, setting them aside for the sauce.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, add water and a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Place the bok choy inside the steamer basket, cover, and steam for about 5-6 minutes, or until the stems are tender and the leaves are bright green.

Step 4

While the bok choy is steaming, prepare the garlic soy drizzle. In a small saucepan or skillet, heat the toasted sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the gluten-free soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, and rice vinegar. Cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute, just until warmed through. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Once the bok choy is done steaming, transfer it to a serving plate and sprinkle lightly with salt.

Step 7

Drizzle the garlic soy mixture evenly over the steamed bok choy. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm as a side dish alongside your favorite main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1001.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	267.2

Total Fat 12.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4705.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 19.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 892.0mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 2369.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 39.1%