Description
Bok Choy Soup With Garlic And Ginger: A quick, comforting soup filled with bok choy goodness, fragrant garlic, and spicy ginger.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900g) fresh bok choy, ends trimmed and separated into stalks
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable or sesame oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 inches (5cm) fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 8 cups (1.9 liters) chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice vinegar
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced for garnish
- ΒΌ teaspoon white pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the bok choy Thoroughly wash the bok choy under cold running water, paying special attention to the base where dirt can hide. Trim the tough bottom ends and separate the stalks. Cut the thicker white stems into 2-inch pieces and roughly chop the green leafy portions, keeping them separate as they’ll be added at different times.
- Step 2: Create the aromatic base Heat the vegetable or sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced ginger, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the garlic turns slightly golden. This process releases the essential oils that will infuse your Bok Choy Soup With Garlic And Ginger with its signature flavor.
- Step 3: Add the liquid Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, being careful as it might splatter when it hits the hot oil. Add the soy sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and let the broth develop its flavors for about 10 minutes. This allows the garlic and ginger to fully infuse into the liquid.
- Step 4: Cook the bok choy Add the white stem portions of the bok choy to the simmering broth first. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some crispness. Then add the leafy green portions and continue cooking for another 2 minutes until just wilted but still bright green.
- Step 5: Finish and season Remove the pot from heat and stir in the rice vinegar. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and white pepper if using. The finished Bok Choy Soup With Garlic And Ginger should have a clear, flavorful broth with tender-crisp vegetables. Ladle into bowls and garnish with the sliced scallions for a fresh finish.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 100 calories per serving
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg