18 Bok Choy Recipes You'll Keep Coming Back To

Bok choy is one of the most versatile ingredients out there—you can steam it, boil it, grill it, sear it, braise it or stir-fry it. The mild flavor means it can take on the flavor of whatever it’s cooked in, so it’s perfect for paring with savory or spicy sauces. This nourishing vegetable is both delicate and hearty at the same time, so it makes for a great addition to a variety of recipes—or works as a stand-alone vegetable side dish. Best of all, this Chinese cabbage doesn't require a ton of work to make it taste great. Just take Molly's recipe, for example. It's easy to throw in a pan while you get all of your other ingredients together. The edges of the bok choy get crispy while the center stays tender, and the ginger-scallion oil helps elevate the dish with deep, complex flavor—for almost no work at all!

This simple recipe comes together in less than a half hour, which means it’s perfect for busy weeknights. A few ingredients are all you need, and many of them—like soy sauce, olive oil and linguine—are pantry staples that you probably already have hanging around. The chili-scallion vinaigrette is a flavor-packed dressing that coats both the bok choy and the noodles perfectly.

This easy side dish is perfect for spice lovers. The jalapeno infuses into the quinoa as it cooks while the lime helps balance out the heat. The result is a fresh and tangy flavor that can all be whipped up with on single pot. Stir in some bok choy at the end to get some healthy greens!

When it comes to whipping up delicious, hearty side dishes, it doesn’t get any easier than this. Simply cut whole bok choy in half then sear it in a hot pan with garlic and oil. A homemade soy-molasses sauce helps accentuate the caramelized flavors of the bok choy by adding deep savory flavor.