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Bok choy

About the ingredient bok choy. Including 110 recipes with bok choy, nutrition data, and where to find it.

 

What is bok choy?

Bok choy, also known as pak choi, bok choi, quing cai and Chinese cabbage is a crunchy and leafy vegetable with rounded leaves on wide white stalks. It is a member of the Brassica family, Brassica rapa.

Bok choy can be shredded for use in stir-frys, casseroles, soups or braised dishes. It can also be sliced in half and grilled or charred. Baby bok choy may be cooked whole.

When cooked the leaves wilt rapidly but the salks retain a pleasant crips texture.

It is very popular in Asian cuisine.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup, shredded (70g)
Amount per Serving
Calories 9Calories from Fat 1
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
Trans Fat ~
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 45mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 1.5g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Sugars 0.8
Protein 1.1g
Vitamin A 63% Vitamin C 53%
Calcium 7% Iron 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Where found

Bok choy is usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Bok choy is a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much does bok choy weigh?

Amount Weight
1 cup, shredded 70 grams
1 head 840 grams
1 leaf 14 grams

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

In Chinese:白菜
British (UK) term:
en français:bok choy
en español:bok choy

Recipes using bok choy

There are 110 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Yummy Lion's Head Meatballs

Yummy Lion's Head Meatballs

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Lion's Head Meatballs recipe

Shiitake and Veggie Stew with Garlic-Black Bean Sacue

Shiitake & Veggie Stew with Garlic-Black Bean Sacue

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Shiitake mushrooms, a few different vegetables, garlic-black bean sauce, and glass noodles make this soup packed with great flavors and nutrients. Enjoy it with a refreshing and light salad aside.

Chinese Stir-Fried Noodles with Veggies

Chinese Stir-Fried Noodles with Veggies

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A flavorful and filling dish is great for a quick week-night meal. It's healthy and nutritious enough as well.

Grilled Tofu in a Soy, Ginger and Orange Marinade

Grilled Tofu in a Soy, Ginger & Orange Marinade

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Marinated tofu, mushrooms and vegetables are packed with Asian flavors, grilling adds extra smokiness. Not only your vegetarian family or friends love these tasty skewers, but also the meat-lovers. Using the firmest tofu will make a big difference on both texture and flavor!

Soba Bibimbap

Soba Bibimbap

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My craving for Korean food has officially come back to life again, and this was the dish I made for dinner yesterday. Instead of using cooked rice that traditional bibimbap does, this time I cooked soba noodles instead. Sauteed a few veggies that I had on hand separately, tossed with the spicy Korean chili sauce and a bit ketchup, and served with homemade kimchi. YUM!

Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Chinese Sauce

Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Chinese Sauce

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Quick, easy and very tasty! Made this recipe a few days ago, it was simply delicious and we served it with fried rice that we made with the leftover rice. A delicious combination, and both of them together made a great meal.

Quick and Easy Bibimbap

Quick & Easy Bibimbap

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Learn how to make Bibimbap, one of my favorite Korean dishes. This time instead of preparing each vegetable separately, I cooked the similar texture vegetables together, which saved time and still tasted delicious. I mixed the seasoned vegetables with soba noodles and of course always have some kimchee as a side, that's a must in Korean food.

Bok Choy, Tofu and Shiitake Stir Fry

Bok Choy, Tofu & Shiitake Stir Fry

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This simply delicious Chinese stir-fry is made with not too many ingredients, it's quick and easy as well. Serve it with a bowl of rice to complete the meal.

Korean Seasoned Vegetables and Noodles with Spicy Sauce

Korean Seasoned Vegetables & Noodles with Spicy Sauce

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A classic Korean dish, seasoned vegetables are served with Korean noodles and spicy sauce along with a small bowl of miso soup and kimchee.

Easy Korean Cucumber and Bok Choy Kimchi

Easy Korean Cucumber & Bok Choy Kimchi

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There are so many kinds of kimchi. Cucumber and bok choy together make a delicious and crunchy kimchi that goes well with any Korean dishes.

Tofu and Vegetables Stir-Fry

Tofu & Vegetables Stir-Fry

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This flavorful and tasty stir-fry takes no time to cook, a wonderful meatless dish can be served with rice, noodles or steamed buns.

Asian Miso Soup

Asian Miso Soup

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Love miso, the fermented flavor gives the dish incredibly delicious taste. I developed this recipe, and use miso and water as the base, add fresh Asian vegetables, and let boil for a few minutes. I always have the soup with some Korean Kimichi. Here the recipe is.

Asian Sesame Soba Noodles with Cucumber, Bok Choy, and Mixed Greens

Asian Sesame Soba Noodles with Cucumber, Bok Choy, & Mixed Greens

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A delicious and refreshing soba noodle salad, serve it as a tasty side dish or a vegetarian main dish.

Authentic General Tso's Chicken

Authentic General Tso's Chicken

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This quick and tasty Tso's chicken is one of the most popular foods in Chinese restaurant or take-out. But when you realize how simple the dish is, you can just make it at your own kitchen within half an hour.

Stir Fried Asian Marinated Tofu with Boy Choy, Bell Pepper and Snow Peas

Stir Fried Asian Marinated Tofu with Boy Choy, Bell Pepper & Snow Peas

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Sesame oil, soy sauce, chili-garlic sauce, garlic and ginger make a succulent sauce that is perfect for marinating the tofu. Then cook tofu until crusted. Stir-fry with several fresh vegetables, and pour the delicious sauce to thicken up at the end. This Asian inspired stir-fry can be served with cooked rice, quinoa, or any your favorite grain.

Lisa's Chicken Chow Mein

Lisa's Chicken Chow Mein

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Lisa's Chicken Chow Mein recipe

Asian Beef and Noodle Soup

Asian Beef & Noodle Soup

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Ready in 15 minutes flat, quick and hearty Asian beef noodle soup.

Korean Mushroom-Bok Choy Stew with Soba

Korean Mushroom-Bok Choy Stew with Soba

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It's a real comfy meal, and I always serve it with some homemade cabbage, daikon or cucumber kimchi (see links below). Absolutely delicious!

Chinese Stuffed Pancake (????)

Chinese Stuffed Pancake (????)

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This is one of several Chinese stuffed pancake recipes, here we use bok choy, shiitake mushrooms and mung bean noodles (like vermicelli), tossed with sesame oil, ginger, garlic and five spice powder, lightly fry them on a non-stick skillet until golden brown outside, and steamy and flavorful inside.

Stir-fry Shrimp, Vegetables with Noodles

Stir-fry Shrimp, Vegetables with Noodles

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Easy to make but incredibly delicious. Perfect for a healthy life.

Asian Slaw with Tofu & Shiitake Mushrooms

Asian Slaw with Tofu & Shiitake Mushrooms

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This is a simple and easy slaw, typical Asian style. Very healthy and savory.

Spicy Korean Noodles with Wild Mushrooms

Spicy Korean Noodles with Wild Mushrooms

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This recipe was absolutely divine. The Korean spicy-sweet sauce was the key, which gave the dish an authentic Korean taste. Assorted mushrooms and vegetables added layers of great textures. The combination was just delicious!

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