Braised Mushrooms with Bok Choy (香菇扒菜心)

This recipe for 香菇扒菜心 (Braised Mushrooms with Bok Choy) is a classic dish from Northeastern Chinese cuisine that combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the crispness of bok choy, creating a delicious and nutritious vegetable dish.

Braised Mushrooms with Bok Choy (香菇扒菜心)

Ingredients

  • 8 fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar, then pour in the vegetable broth.
  5. Place the bok choy halves in the pan, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the bok choy is tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Transfer the braised mushrooms and bok choy to a serving dish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
8g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large pan Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Measuring cup Serving dish

Tools

Stove Spatula Cover for the pan

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the 香菇扒菜心 as a side dish with steamed rice and a main protein such as tofu or chicken.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, and feel free to add a touch of sesame oil for extra flavor.

Cost

$10