Soy-Free Steamed Pak Choy
Brighten up your dinner table with this quick and healthy Soy-Free Steamed Pak Choy, an aromatic side dish that’s packed with fresh, vibrant flavors! Tender baby bok choy is steamed to perfection, preserving its natural crunch and nutrients, then drizzled with a zesty garlic-ginger sauce infused with toasted sesame oil and tangy lemon juice. With just a handful of simple ingredients and only 20 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is a perfect addition to any meal, whether it’s a light pairing for grilled fish or a wholesome side for a plant-based feast. The optional sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor, making this dish as versatile as it is flavorful. Whether you're avoiding soy or simply craving something fresh, this recipe lets the earthy sweetness of pak choy shine in the most delicious way.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Pak choy (baby bok choy)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the pak choy thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit, then slice each head in half lengthwise.
Step 2
Set up a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Place the pak choy halves in the steamer basket and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the stems are tender but still slightly crunchy.
Step 3
While the pak choy is steaming, heat the sesame oil in a small pan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking gently for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. This creates a light, flavorful sauce.
Step 5
Once the pak choy is done steaming, transfer it to a serving platter. Drizzle the garlic-ginger sauce evenly over the pak choy.
Step 6
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top, if desired, for added flavor and texture.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a side dish to complement any main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (543.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 215.5 |
| Total Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1507.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.6g | |
| Protein 8.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 554.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1310.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories