Garlic Butter Mushroom and Bok Choy Stir Fry
This simple vegetarian stir fry brings together earthy shiitake and cremini mushrooms with tender bok choy in a luxurious garlic butter sauce that bridges Asian and Western flavors. It is a side dish that effortlessly steals the spotlight from whatever it accompanies.
Meaty shiitake mushrooms and tender bok choy bathed in a fragrant garlic butter soy sauce wok toss.
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Ingredients
vegetables
aromatics
cooking
sauce
Instructions
Sear the Mushrooms
Heat the wok over very high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add all the mushrooms in as close to a single layer as possible and do not stir them for 2 full minutes so they develop a deep golden brown sear rather than steaming.
Add Garlic
Toss the mushrooms and push them to the side of the wok. Add the sliced garlic to the cleared center and stir for about 45 seconds until fragrant and starting to turn light golden, being careful as garlic burns very quickly in a hot wok.
Cook the Bok Choy
Add the halved bok choy to the wok cut side down and press them against the hot surface. Let them sear undisturbed for 90 seconds until the cut faces are nicely caramelized, then toss everything together in the wok.
Finish with Butter and Sauce
Add the butter to the wok and let it melt and foam as it coats all the vegetables. Drizzle in the soy sauce and toss vigorously for about 1 minute until the sauce reduces slightly and clings to every piece.
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