Chicken and Bok Choy Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 4 cups chopped bok choy
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for 1 minute.
3. Add the chicken broth and mushrooms and bring to a boil.
4. Add the chicken, salt, and pepper and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and cornstarch.
6. Add the soy sauce mixture to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes.
7. Add the bok choy and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Bok choy is a type of Chinese cabbage with a mild flavor.
• It is high in vitamins A and C, as well as calcium and iron.
• Sesame oil adds a nutty flavor to the soup.