Bok Choy and Chard Stir-Fry with Rice
What Started it all:
Bok choy, Chard, vegetable oil, rice cooker
This delightful vegetarian stir-fry combines the nutritional powerhouses of bok choy and chard with the simplicity of a rice cooker, making it an easy and healthy meal for four.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bok choy, chopped
- 2 cups Chard, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups rice (Jasmine or Basmati recommended)
- 4 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Add the rinsed rice and 4 cups of water to your rice cooker.
- Turn on the rice cooker and let it cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- While the rice is cooking, wash and chop the bok choy and chard into bite-sized pieces.
- Mince the garlic.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the chopped bok choy and chard to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, until the greens are wilted and tender.
- Drizzle the soy sauce over the vegetables and stir well to combine.
- For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of sesame oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the rice is ready, fluff it with a fork.
- Serve the stir-fried bok choy and chard over a bed of rice.
- Enjoy your healthy and delicious vegetarian meal!
This Bok Choy and Chard Stir-Fry with Rice is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dish that showcases the versatility of green vegetables. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it’s a simple yet satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by everyone.