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    Indian Bok Choy Stir Fry Recipe

    Published: Apr 8, 2023 by Pavani · Leave a Comment

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    Blue bowl with Indian Bok choy stir fry.

    Looking for an easy style stir fry recipe? Then you have to try this quick and simple Indian bok choy stir fry. It is a perfect side dish to any Indian meal.

    I add spinach and carrots to make the curry more colorful, substantial and delicious. Serve this bok choy curry with rice, dal for a comforting meal and enjoy!!

    Top view of a bowl with greens and carrot stir fry.

    Table of contents

    • About the recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • You might also like
    • Recipe Card

    About the recipe

    Vegetable curries are a big part of everyday Indian cuisine. Simple and flavorful stir fries like this zucchini thoran and this alugadda vepudu are some of my favorite.

    Here, I have yet another delicious Indian stir fry recipe with bok choy and spinach. Idea for this dish came when I bought fresh bok choy for the first time years ago from an Asian store. I made this quick curry with Indian spices and we loved the combo.

    This has been a favorite ever since and I make it quite often for my family. Since it is so easy to make, it is perfect to make on a weeknight. Add plant based protein like edamame, cooked beans, tofu or paneer to make this a wholesome dish. Serve with rice and dal for a delicious and hearty meal.

    Bowl with Indian Bok choy and carrot curry.

    Ingredients

    For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here are the ingredients you need to make this bok choy/ pok choi recipe:

    • Baby bok choy aka pok choi ~ I love using baby bok choy because they are tender and delicious. Look for bunches with fresh green leaves without any bruises or wrinkles.
    • Spinach ~ you can also use Swiss chard or kale instead here.
    • Carrots ~ you can skip the carrots all together or substitute with other veggies like green beans, bell pepper or potato.
    • Onions or scallions (optional)
    • Garlic cloves, green chilies and curry leaves.
    • Turmeric, garam masala and salt.
    • Cumin seeds and dry red chilies.
    Ingredients needed, details in recipe card.

    Instructions

    For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here is how to make this quick Indian bok choy and spinach stir fry recipe:

    Heat oil in a sauté pan on medium heat. Add onions or green onions (if using), garlic, green chilies and carrots. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.

    3 panel photo showing the sautéing of greens and carrot.

    Next add carrots and cook for a few minutes. Stir in the chopped bok choy, spinach and turmeric. Mix well. Cook until the carrots are tender and the greens have wilted.

    2 panel photo showing the sautéing of greens to make Indian bok choy stir fry.

    Season with garam masala and salt. Mix well and cook for another couple of minutes. Turn off the heat. Serve hot with rice and dal.

    Close up view of a bowl with Indian bok choy.

    Expert Tips

    • I love using baby bok choy because they are tender and delicious. Look for bunches with fresh green leaves without any bruises, wrinkles or discoloration.
    • You can also use Swiss chard or baby kale instead of spinach. You can also skip these greens altogether and make the curry with just bok choy.
    • Feel free to substitute carrots with other veggies. Green beans, bell pepper or potato. etc. are all great options.
    • Use kitchen king masala instead of garam masala for a spicy twist.
    • Add plant based protein like edamame, cooked beans, tofu or paneer to make this a wholesome dish.

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    Recipe Card

    Bowl with greens and carrot curry.

    Indian Bok Choy Stir fry

    Indian style bok choy stir fry is an easy and delicious side dish for any meal. Spinach & choy and carrots make this a colorful and inviting!!
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
    Total Time: 30 minutes mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: south indian
    Servings: 4 serving

    Ingredients

    • 2 teaspoons Oil
    • 1 small Onion or 3~4 scallions, chopped (optional)
    • 2 Garlic cloves, finely minced
    • 2~3 Green chilies, slit
    • 6~8 Curry leaves
    • 2~3 Medium Carrots, peeled and diced
    • 4~6 bunches Baby Bok Choy, thoroughly washed and chopped
    • 2~3 cups Baby Spinach, chopped*
    • ¼ teaspoon Turmeric
    • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
    • To taste Salt
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    Instructions

    • Heat oil in a sauté pan on medium heat. Add onions, garlic, green chilies and carrots. Sauté until the onions turn translucent, about 4~5 minutes.
      2 teaspoons Oil, 1 small Onion or 3~4 scallions, chopped (optional), 2 Garlic cloves, finely minced, 2~3 Green chilies, slit, 6~8 Curry leaves
    • Next add carrots and cook for 3~4 minutes. Stir in the chopped bok choy, spinach and turmeric. Mix well. Cook until the carrots are tender and the greens have wilted, about 8~10 minutes.
      2~3 Medium Carrots, peeled and diced, 4~6 bunches Baby Bok Choy, thoroughly washed and chopped, 2~3 cups Baby Spinach, chopped*, ¼ teaspoon Turmeric
    • Season with garam masala and salt. Mix well and cook for another couple of minutes. Turn off the heat. Serve hot with rice and dal.
      1 teaspoon Garam Masala, To taste Salt

    Notes

    • I love using baby bok choy because they are tender and delicious. Look for bunches with fresh green leaves without any bruises, wrinkles or discoloration.
    • You can also use Swiss chard or baby kale instead of spinach. You can also skip these greens altogether and make the curry with just bok choy.
    • Feel free to substitute carrots with other veggies. Green beans, bell pepper or potato. etc. are all great options.
    • Use kitchen king masala instead of garam masala for a spicy twist.
    • Add plant based protein like edamame, cooked beans, tofu or paneer to make this a wholesome dish.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 9173IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Priya Suresh

      November 22, 2010 at 9:55 am

      Delicious and healthy stir fry, love bokchoy as Indian style of stir fries..

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