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Roasted Pak Choi

Updated: Apr 19, 2025 · Published: Sep 26, 2023 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 10 Comments

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Diet: Low Carb / Vegan
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Roasted bok choy with a text title overlay.
Roasted pak choi with a text title overlay.

Pak choi, also known as bok choy, is a popular leafy vegetable that is commonly used in Asian cuisine. While it is often stir-fried or sautéed, roasted pak choi is a delicious and easy alternative that not only brings out the vegetable's natural sweetness, but makes it nice and crispy too. Ready in just 20 minutes.

Cooked pak choi heads on a plate next to a red chilli and some sesame seeds.

About Roasted Pak Choi

Pak choi, also known as bok choy or Chinese cabbage, is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the brassica family. It is native to China and has been cultivated for over 5,000 years. Pak choi has a mild, sweet flavour and a crisp texture, making it a popular ingredient in many Asian dishes.

There are two main types of pak choi: baby pak choi and full-sized pak choi. Baby pak choi is smaller and more tender than full-sized pak choi, and is often used in salads and stir-fries. Full-sized pak choi is larger and more robust, and is better suited for cooking.

To roast pak choi, simply cut the vegetable in half lengthwise and toss it with some oil, soy sauce, chilli and garlic. Then, roast it in the oven until the leaves are tender and slightly charred.

You get a flavour packed and nutritious side dish that goes so well with so many main courses, like grilled chicken or salmon to tofu stir-fry.

Looking for more pak choi recipes? Why not try our easy Soy Sauce Noodles, delicious Sticky Chicken Traybake or super quick Thai Noodle Soup?

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  • About Roasted Pak Choi
  • Ingredients and Substitutions
  • Variations
  • How to Make Roasted Pak Choi - Step by Step
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Storage
  • Extra Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Chinese Side Dish Recipes
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Ingredients and Substitutions

All the ingredients needed for this recipe each with a text overlay label.

A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

  • Pak choi (bok choy) - When selecting pak choi, it is important to choose fresh, crisp leaves that are free from any signs of wilting or yellowing. Look for pak choi with firm stems and leaves that are not too large or too small. The ideal size is around 6-8 inches in length. It is also important to choose pak choi that has a bright green colour and is free from any blemishes or brown spots.
  • Olive oil
  • Sesame oil
  • Soy sauce
  • Garlic
  • Chilli
  • Sesame seeds

Variations

This is a simple recipe, so there is not too much that you can change up here. But, you can roast some other vegetables at the same time.

Try quick cooking vegetables, rather than root vegetables. Green beans and tenderstem broccoli work well mixed in with this and roasted.

How to Make Roasted Pak Choi - Step by Step

Prep: Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C(fan)/400°F/Gas 6.

Four halves of pak choi on a chopping board.
  1. Step 1: Slice the pak choi in half lengthways.
Half heads of pak choi, brushed with oil, in a roasting pan.
  1. Step 2: Place into a baking tin and brush with the olive oil. Put into the oven for 10 minutes.
A bowl of chilli soy sauce marinade.
  1. Step 3: Meanwhile, mix together the sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic and chilli.
Cooked pak choi with the chilli oil brushed over.
  1. Step 4: Remove the pak choi from the oven and spoon of brush the chilli oil over.
Cooked pak choi in a roasting pan.
  1. Step 5: Return to the oven for 8-10 minutes.
A plate of roasted pak choi.
  1. Step 6: Serve with sesame seeds sprinkled over (optional).

Serving Suggestions

Roast pak choi is such a versatile side dish and we have some great suggestions for you. We love it served with our Air Fryer Cod or Herb Crusted Salmon. For a meaty dish, it goes well with Stuffed Chicken Breast.

As this is a popular Asian vegetable, why not serve it with a stir fry? Try our Lamb Stir Fry, Tofu Stir Fry, Teriyaki Pork Stir Fry or Easy Vegetable Stir Fry.

Roasted pak choi topped with chopped red chilli and sesame seeds.

Storage

Store: Roasted bok choy will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days in an air tight container.

Freeze: We don't recommend freezing this.

Reheat: You can reheat this in the microwave.

Extra Tips

  • To keep pak choi fresh, it is best to store it in the refrigerator. Wrap the pak choi in a damp paper towel and place it in a plastic bag. This will help to keep the leaves crisp and prevent them from wilting.
  • Pak choi can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days, but it is best to use it as soon as possible for maximum freshness.
  • Make sure you don't over cook the pak choi, as you will loose the flavour and texture.
  • Make sure there is space between the pak choi in the roasting pan, as this will help it to get crispy.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving to freshen it up.
A plate of roasted pak choi in front of a striped towel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pak choi taste like?

This is a hard question to answer, but it is like a milder cabbage, although quite bitter if eaten raw.

How to clean pak choi

Always wash the bok choy first, as can have dirt in the core or leaves, which is hard to see. If you cut it first, you can soak it in a bowl of water and swirl it around to release the dirt and then rinsing again. Make sure to pat the leaves dry or spin off extra water in a salad spinner.

Why is my pak choi soggy?

Soggy pak choi can be unappetising and ruin the dish. To prevent sogginess, it's important to dry the pak choi thoroughly before roasting it. You can do this by patting it dry with a paper towel or using a salad spinner to remove excess moisture. It's important to avoid overcrowding the pan when roasting pak choi. Overcrowding can cause the pak choi to steam instead of roast, which can lead to sogginess. Make sure to leave some space between the pak choi pieces on the pan, and use multiple pans if necessary. This will help the pak choi roast properly and prevent sogginess.

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Recipe

A plate of roasted pak choi.

Roasted Pak Choi

By: Dannii Martin
Tantalise your tastebuds with crispy Roasted Pak Choi - ready in just 20 minutes! Enjoy this traditional Chinese leafy veg in all its natural sweetness.
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Low Carb
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5 from 13 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Prep: 2 minutes mins
Cook: 18 minutes mins
Total: 20 minutes mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 146kcal
Allergens:
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Gluten
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Sesame

Ingredients

  • 2 head Pak choi - halved
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoon Soy sauce
  • 1 Garlic clove - crushed
  • 1 Red chilli - deseeded and finely diced
  • Sesame seeds - optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C(fan)/400°F/Gas 6.
  • Slice 2 head Pak choi in half lengthways.
  • Place into a baking tin and brush with 1 tablespoon Olive oil.
  • Put into the oven for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix together 1 tablespoon Sesame oil, 2 tablespoon Soy sauce, 1 Garlic clove and 1 Red chilli.
  • Remove the pak choi from the oven and spoon of brush the chilli oil over.
  • Return to the oven for 8-10 minutes.
  • Serve with Sesame seeds sprinkled over (optional).

Recipe Tips

  • To keep pak choi fresh, it is best to store it in the refrigerator. Wrap the pak choi in a damp paper towel and place it in a plastic bag. This will help to keep the leaves crisp and prevent them from wilting.
    Pak choi can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days, but it is best to use it as soon as possible for maximum freshness.
  • Make sure you don't over cook the pak choi, as you will loose the flavour and texture.
  • Make sure there is space between the pak choi in the roasting pan, as this will help it to get crispy.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving to freshen it up.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 587mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.

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Comments

  1. Kathryn says

    October 09, 2023 at 4:04 pm

    5 stars
    This was such a delicious way to enjoy bok choi! I'll be making it this way from now on. Thank you!

    Reply
  2. Andrea says

    October 09, 2023 at 3:52 pm

    5 stars
    This easy, flavor packed and delicious pak choi is going on my "must make" list right now. I can't wait to trythis.

    Reply
  3. Kristine says

    October 09, 2023 at 3:35 pm

    5 stars
    We loved this pak choi! Roasting it was so easy, and it tasted delicious!

    Reply
  4. TAYLER ROSS says

    October 09, 2023 at 3:21 pm

    5 stars
    I LOVE pak choi, and this is the best recipe I've ever tried! So full of flavor and easy to make!

    Reply
  5. Ali says

    October 09, 2023 at 2:26 pm

    5 stars
    Made this pak choi as a side dish for some sushi and it was delicious! Loved the flavoring and how fast it was to make.

    Reply
  6. Suja md says

    September 30, 2023 at 4:57 pm

    5 stars
    This looks amazing and such a treat! Thank you!

    Reply
  7. Kathleen says

    September 30, 2023 at 3:54 pm

    5 stars
    I've only had pak choi chopped up in recipes, never with it being the star of the show. This flavor packed and easy to make pak choi is going on my "must make ASAP" list right now.

    Reply
  8. Jacqueline says

    September 30, 2023 at 3:52 pm

    5 stars
    Oh Ive not tried it roasted. What a fabulous idea. It looks great!

    Reply
  9. Stephanie says

    September 30, 2023 at 2:14 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! I would not have thought to roast pak choi. This is such a delicious and healthy side dish - we all enjoyed it.

    Reply
  10. Dina and Bruce says

    September 30, 2023 at 2:02 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! This was so amazing! Loved the heat and the flavor!

    Reply
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