Tender Octopus and Crisp Baby Bok Choy Stir-Fry: A Quick and Flavorful Recipe
Tender Octopus and Crisp Baby Bok Choy Stir-Fry: A Quick and Flavorful Recipe
Simple Octopus and Baby Bok Choy Stir-Fry: Restaurant-Quality at Home
Discover the delightful combination of chewy octopus and crunchy baby bok choy in this easy stir-fry! Enhanced with the savory depth of oyster sauce and the aromatic kick of chili oil, this dish is both simple to prepare and impressively delicious. Perfect for special occasions or a quick, satisfying weeknight meal. Get ready to impress with this versatile recipe!
Main Ingredients- Baby Bok Choy: 5 heads
- Cooked Octopus: 1 whole (approx. 300-400g)
Seasonings & Aromatics- Oyster Sauce: 2 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic: 1/2 Tbsp (about 5g)
- Chili Oil: 2 Tbsp
- Black Pepper: A pinch (to taste)
- Toasted Sesame Seeds: For garnish
- Oyster Sauce: 2 Tbsp
- Minced Garlic: 1/2 Tbsp (about 5g)
- Chili Oil: 2 Tbsp
- Black Pepper: A pinch (to taste)
- Toasted Sesame Seeds: For garnish
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the baby bok choy. Trim the tough base of each head with a knife. This helps keep the leaves intact and makes washing easier.
Step 2
Rinse the prepared baby bok choy thoroughly under cold running water. Gently clean between the leaves to remove any dirt or grit. Drain well in a colander, ensuring all excess water is removed. Excess moisture can make the stir-fry watery.
Step 3
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chili oil (2 Tbsp) and minced garlic (1/2 Tbsp). Once the pan is hot, add the octopus, cut into bite-sized pieces if desired (or leave whole if small).
Step 4
Stir-fry the octopus quickly for about 1 minute. Overcooking octopus can make it tough, so a brief stir-fry over high heat is key to maintaining its tender, chewy texture. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 5
Add the drained baby bok choy to the pan. Sprinkle with a pinch of black pepper. Pour in the oyster sauce (2 Tbsp). You can adjust the amount of oyster sauce to your preference for saltiness.
Step 6
Continue to stir-fry everything vigorously over high heat for another 1-2 minutes, or until the baby bok choy is tender-crisp and glossy. Turn off the heat, garnish generously with toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy your delicious Octopus and Baby Bok Choy Stir-Fry!
