Stir-fried Water Spinach with Garlic蒜蓉炒通菜
A classic and simple Cantonese stir-fry featuring fresh water spinach quickly cooked with aromatic garlic. This vegetarian dish is a staple side, known for its vibrant green color and crisp texture.
01Ingredients
- 500g water spinach
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water
Nutrition (per serving)95kcal
- Protein2.8g
- Carbs5.2g
- Fat7.1g
Fiber 1.2 gSodium 385 mg
02Steps
- Wash water spinach thoroughly, trim off tough ends, and cut into 2-inch sections. Mince the garlic cloves.
- Heat cooking oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry quickly until fragrant, about 15-20 seconds. Be careful not to burn it.
- Add the water spinach to the wok. Stir-fry vigorously for 1-2 minutes until it starts to wilt.
- Season with salt and sugar. Add water, stir well, then cover the wok for 30 seconds to allow the water spinach to steam briefly. Uncover and continue to stir-fry for another minute until cooked through but still crisp. Serve immediately.
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