Description
A vibrant and healthy Bok Choy Stir Fry featuring tender shiitake mushrooms, crisp broccoli, and fresh bok choy, tossed with soba noodles and a tangy, flavorful sauce. This quick and easy stir fry combines Asian-inspired ingredients for a delicious, nutritious meal perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 1½ tablespoons tamari
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice (plus extra lime slices for serving)
- ½ teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
- ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 small garlic clove (minced)
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Noodles
- 4 ounces soba noodles or brown rice pasta
Vegetables and Oil
- 1 tablespoon sunflower oil (or any high-heat oil)
- 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms (stemmed and sliced)
- ½ small head broccoli (florets chopped, stems peeled into strips)
- 2 scallions (chopped)
- 2 baby bok choy (quartered vertically)
- ½ cup frozen edamame (thawed)
- 1 carrot (peeled into thin strips)
Garnish
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- Sriracha (or sambal, for serving)
Instructions
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, stir together tamari, rice vinegar, fresh lime juice, honey, minced ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame oil until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the noodles: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the soba noodles or brown rice pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Either keep them in cold water or toss lightly with oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat sunflower oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and chopped broccoli florets and stems. Stir to coat them evenly with oil, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until the mushrooms soften and broccoli begins to brown. Stir well and then add chopped scallions, quartered baby bok choy, and thawed edamame. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 2 more minutes until the bok choy and broccoli are tender but still vibrant and crisp.
- Add carrots and noodles: Add the peeled carrot strips and cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together gently to combine evenly.
- Finish with sauce and serve: Pour the prepared sauce over the noodle and vegetable mixture and toss again to coat all ingredients thoroughly. Squeeze additional lime juice over the stir fry for brightness. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Sprinkle with sesame seeds just before serving. Serve with extra lime slices and sriracha or sambal on the side for added heat.
Notes
- Use gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Maple syrup substitutes honey for a vegan option.
- Can substitute brown rice noodles or rice noodles for soba noodles if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha or sambal to control the spiciness.
- Peeling broccoli stems into strips ensures they cook evenly and add great texture.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 2 days but are best fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: bok choy stir fry, soba noodles, vegetarian stir fry, Asian vegetables, healthy stir fry, quick meal, shiitake mushrooms, broccoli stir fry
