Fish with Bok Choy Stir-Fry
What Started it all:
fish, Bok Choy
This delicious and healthy fish with bok choy stir-fry is a quick dish that comes together in no time. Packed with flavor and nutrients, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of tender fish and crisp bok choy creates a delightful contrast that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets of white fish (such as cod, tilapia, or halibut)
- 4 cups of bok choy, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse and chop the bok choy, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the Pan: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- Cook the Fish: Add the fish fillets to the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fish from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Bok Choy: Add the chopped bok choy to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until it begins to wilt.
- Combine Flavors: Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring well to coat the bok choy. Cook for an additional minute.
- Return the Fish: Gently add the cooked fish fillets back to the pan, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Heat for another minute to warm through.
- Serve: Plate the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles if desired, and garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
This fish with bok choy stir-fry is not only quick and easy to prepare but also a delightful way to enjoy healthy ingredients. Feel free to experiment with other vegetables or sauces to make it your own. Enjoy your meal!