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Garlic Stir-fried Choy Sum蒜蓉炒菜心

A classic Cantonese stir-fry featuring fresh choy sum quickly cooked with fragrant garlic. Simple, healthy, and a perfect side dish.

  • 12 min
  • 4 servings
  • Level 1
  • Hong Kong
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Easy
  • Side Dish
Garlic Stir-fried Choy Sum
01Ingredients
  • 500g Choy Sum
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp water
Nutrition (per serving)95kcal
  • Protein2.8g
  • Carbs6.2g
  • Fat7.1g

Fiber 1.3 gSodium 285 mg

02Steps
  1. Wash the Choy Sum thoroughly under running water. Trim off any tough ends.
  2. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
  3. Heat cooking oil in a wok or large pan over high heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 15-20 seconds.
  4. Add the Choy Sum to the wok. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until it starts to wilt. Add water.
  5. Season with salt. Continue to stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the Choy Sum is tender-crisp and cooked through.
  6. Transfer to a serving plate and serve immediately.

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