Crispy Bok Choy Salad: A Mouthwatering Delight

This is a quick bok choy salad recipe I got from my mother. I made a few modifications to the dressing to fit my own taste, but it’s been a hit with my husband, and our child and frequently asked for when they see bok choy in the store. This can be served as either an appetizer or a salad for any meal. Add green onions, if desired.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

4 mins

Additional Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

29 mins

Servings:

Yield:

10 servings

Ingredients

1tablespooncanola oil, or as needed
5tablespoonssesame seeds, or to taste
2(6 ounce) packagesdried chow mein noodles
¼cupchopped almonds, or to taste (Optional)
1 ½tablespoonshoney, or to taste (Optional)

1cupolive oil
⅓cupwhite sugar
½cupapple cider vinegar
2tablespoonssoy sauce

1large headbok choy, cut into 1-inch pieces

Cooking Directions

Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sesame seeds. Heat for 30 seconds; start stirring with a spatula and add chow mein noodles and almonds. Cook, stirring constantly, until seeds are dark brown, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Add honey; stir until crunch mixture sticks together. Pour into a bowl; cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until cool, about 10 minutes.
Mix olive oil, sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce together in another bowl. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate dressing until cool.
Place bok choy into a salad bowl.
Place crunch mixture on a flat work surface. Break into smaller pieces using a meat tenderizer. Add to the bok choy; mix into the salad. Serve dressing on the side.
Mix dressing well; serve alongside the salad.

Cook’s Note:

You can use ponzu sauce in place of soy sauce, if desired.

Editor’s Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of dressing ingredients. The actual amount of dressing consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe10
Calories456
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g	43%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Sodium 463mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 33g	12%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 8g
Vitamin C 20mg	102%
Calcium 108mg	8%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 170mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.