Jul 14 2026
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Seared Bokchoy Recipe

Inspired by The Province
Time30m
Serves4

Make Seared Bokchoy Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Condiments

Spices

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Bok Choy

    Rinse the bok choy thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Cut each head of bok choy in half lengthwise.

  2. 2

    Chop the Garlic

    Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.

  3. 3

    Slice the Red Bell Pepper

    Remove the seeds and stem from the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Sear the Bok Choy

    Add the halved bok choy to the skillet, cut side down. Sear for about 2-3 minutes until it starts to brown.

  3. 6

    Add Garlic and Bell Pepper

    Add the chopped garlic and sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  4. 7

    Season the Mixture

    Pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss everything together to combine.

Finishing Touches

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top. Serve hot.

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