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These recipes offer a delicious mix of new and old world flavors. From the kitchens of my mother and grandmother in Transylvania to the new fusion mixes from my home kitchen in Canada. I have been inspired by the fickle tastes of my children ( vegetarian, pescatarian or whichever way the wind may blow) and my desire to become healthier without compromising taste. I hope you enjoy reading this as much as I have enjoyed writing it. Leave me comments and your favorite recipes!

Sunday, November 25, 2012

BOK CHOY


 This bok choy recipe made with just 3 fresh ingredients. Steamed to tender crisp perfection with a touch of garlic, this recipe make a delicious side to anything on your menu.

Ingredients

  • 4 baby bok choy
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Preparation

Trim base of each bok choy; cut in half lengthwise.
In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; fry garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add bok choy and 3 tbsp (50 mL) water; cover and steam until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
Additional information :
Variations:
Balsamic Bok Choy: Add 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt along with garlic. After steaming, drizzle with 1 tbsp (15 mL) white or regular balsamic vinegar. Turn to coat.
Ginger, Soy and Sesame Bok Choy: Fry 1 tbsp (15 mL) minced gingerroot and pinch hot pepper flakes with garlic. After steaming, drizzle with 1 tbsp (15 mL) soy sauce and 1 tsp (5 mL) sesame oil. Turn to coat.
Tip: A member of the cabbage family, bok choy has a slightly bulbous base, crisp white stems and crinkled, spinach-like forest-green leaves. 

Bok choy comes in three sizes: standard at about 12 inches (30 cm) tall; smaller baby bok choy; and tiny heads that are 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) tall. 

A similar choy with pale green stalks is often called Shanghai bok choy and is an excellent alternative to baby bok choy. 

Bok choy is usually stir-fried with other ingredients but can also be steamed or sauteed for a side dish.
Source : Canadian Living Magazine: January 2005

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