Anise-Infused Bok Choy Stir-Fry: A Flavorful Fusion Delight Ingredients: - 1 lb baby bok choy, halved - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced - 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color) - 1 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or button) - ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium) - 1 tablespoon anise seeds (or 1 teaspoon ground anise) - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon sesame oil - Salt and pepper to taste - Cooked rice or noodles for serving - Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish Instructions: 1. Rinse the bok choy thoroughly under cold water to remove any grit. Halve the bok choy and set aside. 2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. 3. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant. 4. Toss in the sliced bell pepper and mushrooms, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. 5. Add the bok choy to the skillet, stirring gently to combine with the other vegetables. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bok choy wilts slightly. 6. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, anise seeds (or ground anise), rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour this mixture over the vegetables in the skillet. 7. Stir-fry the vegetables for another 2-3 minutes until they are coated in the sauce and heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 8. Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving. Nutrition Value (per serving, based on 4 servings): - Calories: 150 - Protein: 5g - Fat: 8g - Carbohydrates: 15g - Fiber: 4g - Sugars: 2g - Sodium: 450mg - Vitamin A: 60% DV - Vitamin C: 45% DV - Calcium: 10% DV - Iron: 15% DV Enjoy your Anise-Infused Bok Choy Stir-Fry as a healthy and delicious meal!