Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Ground Meat
A quick, savory, and satisfying dish featuring tender bok choy and flavorful ground meat in a garlicky soy-based sauce. Perfect served over steamed rice for an easy weeknight dinner.
🕒 Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground chicken, beef, or pork
4–5 baby bok choy (or 2 large), chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼–½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix:
Soy sauce
Oyster sauce
Sesame oil
Cornstarch
Water
Stir until smooth and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Ground Meat
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground meat and cook 4–5 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned.
Season with black pepper. Remove from pan and set aside.
3️⃣ Sauté Aromatics
Add remaining oil to the pan.
Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4️⃣ Cook the Bok Choy
Add chopped bok choy. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until just tender but still bright green.
5️⃣ Combine & Finish
Return cooked meat to the pan.
Pour in prepared sauce and stir well.
Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
Add red pepper flakes if desired.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Top with sliced green onions and serve hot.
🍚 Serving Suggestions
Over steamed jasmine rice
With brown rice or quinoa
Serve alongside dumplings or spring rolls
Add a fried egg on top for extra richness
💡 Tips & Variations
Low-carb option: Serve over cauliflower rice.
Add veggies: Mushrooms, bell peppers, or shredded carrots work well.
Make it spicy: Add chili garlic sauce or fresh chopped chilies.
Extra flavor: Splash of rice vinegar for brightness.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use ground turkey?
A: Yes! Ground turkey works great and keeps it lean.
Q: How do I prevent soggy bok choy?
A: Cook quickly over high heat and avoid over-stirring.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Yes, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: The meat freezes well, but bok choy may soften after thawing.
