Mushroom Bok Choy Dish

1. Make sure to wash bok choy thoroughly, getting in between the leaves to rid of any dirt.
2. Cut bok choy in half, separating the roots from the leaves.
3. Add water, 1 tsp oil, and 1 tsp salt and bring to a boil.
4. Blanch roots for 60 seconds and transfer to a quick ice bath. A few seconds is enough.
5. Blanch leaves for 30 seconds and transfer to a quick ice bath.
6. Grab a large serving plate and arrange the leaves around the plate. Add the roots to the center.
7. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
8. Add minced garlic and shiitake mushrooms. Toss until fragrant.
9. Add cooking wine, oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar and mix well.
10. Add corn starch slurry and stir until thickened.
11. Pour over bok choy and enjoy with a steaming bowl of rice.