Perfect pak choi

• pak choi↗9
• groundnut oil2tbsp tbsp
• toasted sesame oil↗2tbsp tbsp

  oil

• garlic clove↗

  crushed and finely chopped

• chilli↗

  seeded and finely chopped

• Thai fish sauce↗1tbsp tbsp

  (optional)

• sesame seeds↗1tbsp tbsp

  toasted (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut a thick slice from the pak choi root to separate the leaves. Rinse and drain.

2. 2

   Heat the groundnut oil in a large wok over a medium heat and add 1 tbsp sesame oil, the garlic, chilli, fish sauce (if using) and pak choi. Toss until coated and clamp a pan lid over them. Reduce the heat and cook for 3-6 minutes, tossing occasionally, just until the leaves have wilted (the stalks should be tender‑crisp).

3. 3

   Add the rest of the sesame oil and salt. Toss the leaves, scatter over the sesame seeds if you wish, and serve immediately.