Nut-Free Steamed Pak Choy
Delight your taste buds with this simple yet flavorful Nut-Free Steamed Pak Choy recipe, a healthy side dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or as a light, veggie-forward addition to any meal. This quick recipe highlights the natural sweetness of pak choy, gently steamed to preserve its tender-crisp texture, and drizzled with a savory garlic-infused soy sauce enhanced by a touch of lemon juice and toasted sesame aroma. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is completely nut-free, making it ideal for those with dietary restrictions. Serve it alongside steamed rice or your favorite protein for a wholesome, nutrient-packed meal that’s both delicious and easy to prepare.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Pak choy
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (toasted)
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the pak choy thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Trim the ends and separate the leaves if they are large. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 2
Mince the garlic finely and set it aside.
Step 3
Prepare a steam basket or steaming rack in a pot. Add water to the pot, ensuring it doesn't touch the steam basket, and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
Step 4
Place the pak choy in the steamer basket in an even layer, cover the pot, and steam for 3-5 minutes until the leaves are wilted and the stalks are tender but crisp. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 5
While the pak choy is steaming, heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Step 6
Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 1 minute. Remove the sauce from heat.
Step 7
Arrange the steamed pak choy on a serving platter. Drizzle the garlic sauce evenly over the vegetables, and sprinkle a pinch of salt if needed.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a side dish or with steamed rice for a light meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (623.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 258.9 |
| Total Fat 19.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2070.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.2g | |
| Protein 10.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 549.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1402.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories