Description
Enjoy a warm, comforting bowl of Bok Choy Soup enhanced with the aromatic flavors of garlic and fresh ginger. This quick and easy recipe combines nutritious bok choy with your choice of protein, simmered in a savory vegetable or chicken broth, making it a perfect light meal or starter.
Ingredients
Scale
Broth and Base
- 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth (Use vegetable broth for a light option, or chicken broth for richness.)
- 1 medium Onion (Diced, yellow or white.)
- 3 cloves Garlic (Minced, avoid powdered garlic.)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (Grated, for a spicy kick.)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil (Adds nutty richness.)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Use tamari for a gluten-free option.)
- to taste Salt (For seasoning.)
- to taste Pepper (For seasoning.)
Vegetables and Protein
- 4 cups Bok Choy (Chopped into bite-sized pieces.)
- 1 cup Tofu, Chicken, or Shrimp (Choose based on dietary preferences.)
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions (Sliced, for garnish.)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by washing and chopping the bok choy into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the fresh ginger. If using tofu, chicken, or shrimp, cut or prepare the protein into suitable sizes for cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté them for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onions turn translucent, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, then add the soy sauce. Stir well to combine the flavors. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Cook Protein: Add your chosen protein (tofu, chicken, or shrimp) into the simmering broth. Let it cook gently — about 5 minutes for tofu or shrimp, and about 7-8 minutes for chicken, or until fully cooked through.
- Add Bok Choy: Stir in the chopped bok choy and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the greens are tender but still vibrant in color.
- Final Touches: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed. Remove from heat.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot to enjoy its fresh and comforting flavors.
Notes
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Adjust the amount of ginger to suit your spice preference.
- For extra richness, add a splash of toasted sesame oil just before serving.
- This soup freezes well; reheat gently to preserve texture.
- Substitute bok choy with other greens like spinach or napa cabbage if desired.
