Shanghai Bok Choy with Ponzu Sauce

Shanghai Bok Choy with Ponzu Sauce is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crisp, tender crunch of freshly sautéed bok choy with the complex and harmonious flavors of ponzu sauce. The ponzu delivers a tantalizing blend of tangy citrus, sweet, sour, salty, and umami notes that perfectly complement the natural freshness of the bok choy, resulting in a dish that's both light and satisfying, with every bite bursting with flavor.

Prep time

15 mins

Serves

2

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Bok Choy, Yu Choy, or White Bok Choy
  • ⅛ teaspoon of oil (olive, grapeseed, or vegetable oil)
  • Ponzu sauce
  • Bonito flakes

Steps to follow

  1. Prepare the Vegetables:
    • Rinse the bok choy thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
  2. Blanch the Greens:
    • Bring a pot of water to a boil.
    • Add the bok choy and boil on high heat until tender, usually about 1 minute.
    • Remove the bok choy from the heat and immediately transfer it to an ice bath to cool.
    • Once cooled, drain the bok choy and gently squeeze out any excess water.
  3. Plate and Serve:
    • Arrange the bok choy on a serving plate.
    • Drizzle with ponzu sauce.
    • Sprinkle bonito flakes over the top.
    • Serve immediately.

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