Soy-Free Steamed Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Drizzle

Elevate your next meal with this vibrant and healthy Soy-Free Steamed Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Drizzle. Perfect for those seeking authentic umami flavors without soy, this quick and easy side dish features tender steamed baby bok choy complemented by a savory-sweet drizzle made with coconut aminos, garlic, and maple syrup. The gentle steaming preserves the vegetable's natural crunch and nutrients, while the rich, garlicky sauce adds depth and complexity. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or your favorite protein for a satisfying, soy-free meal in just 20 minutes.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Baby bok choy
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos (soy-free alternative to soy sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the baby bok choy under running water, ensuring to remove any grit or dirt between the leaves.

Step 2

Cut each bok choy in half lengthwise and set them aside.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Fill a large pot with 1 inch of water and place a steaming basket or insert over the pot. Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

Place the bok choy in the steaming basket, cut side down. Cover the pot with a lid and steam for 6-8 minutes, or until the bok choy is tender and the stems are slightly translucent.

Step 6

While the bok choy is steaming, prepare the garlic drizzle. Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over low to medium heat.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic to the olive oil and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 8

Whisk in the coconut aminos, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and water. Let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove it from the heat.

Step 9

Once the bok choy is cooked, transfer it to a serving platter. Drizzle the garlic tamari sauce evenly over the bok choy.

Step 10

Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately as a side dish or pair it with rice or noodles for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1316.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	496.0

Total Fat 31.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1592.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 18.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1300.5mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 3062.3mg	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: 53.9%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 31.9%