Asian-Style Keto Braised Cod with Bok Choy
Savor the delicate flavors of this Asian-Style Keto Braised Cod with Bok Choy, a quick and healthy dish perfect for a keto lifestyle. With tender cod fillets braised in a savory sauce and paired with crisp bok choy, this meal is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash and chop bok choy into bite-sized pieces; mince garlic and grate ginger.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cod fillets to the skillet and sear each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Carefully add bok choy and soy sauce; stir well, cover, and steam for an additional 3-4 minutes until bok choy is tender.
- Check that the cod is cooked through; it should flake easily. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, drizzled with pan sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with bok choy (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg