Charred Pak Choi (Griddled Pak Choi Side Dish)

Bursting with the flavours of soy, chilli and garlic glaze, this Griddled Pak Choi Side Dish is a wonderful addition to many Chinese, Japanese and Korean Dishes! So if you are looking for a tasty sidekick to an Asian-style crispy chicken, sticky tofu or glazed fish, this charred pak choi recipe has your name written all over it! 6 popular ingredients, 15 minutes and you have a side that is exciting in both the flavours and the textures!
Prep: 5m Cook: 10m Total: 15m

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove (peeled and minced)
  • ¼ tsp chilli flakes
  • 3 tsp soy sauce
  • ½ tsp caster sugar
  • 2 pak choi (cut in half or quarters lengthways)
  • 1 tsp oil (for brushing the pan )

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine sesame oil, minced garlic, chilli flakes, soy sauce and caster sugar.
  • Brush a griddle pan with oil using a pastry brush. Heat it on medium-high heat.
  • Brush the pak choi halves (cut side) with the soy glaze and add them to the hot griddle pan cut side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then brush the tops with the remaining glaze and them over. Carry on cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  • Your pak choi should have visible charred lines and softened tops, but still have plenty of crunch at the base. Serve warm with your favourite dishes!