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Stir-Fried Water Spinach

Stir-Fried Water Spinach

A simple, fast Cantonese side - water spinach stir-fried hard and fast with garlic and fermented bean curd.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Cantonese, Stir-Fry, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 98kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches water spinach ong choy, washed and cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fermented bean curd mashed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil

Instructions

  • Heat avocado oil in a wok over very high heat until just smoking.
  • Add garlic and fermented bean curd, stir-fry 15-20 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the water spinach and toss constantly over high heat for 1-2 minutes, just until wilted but still bright green.
  • Add soy sauce and sesame oil, toss once more, and serve immediately.

Notes

Chef's Tip: This dish depends entirely on high heat and speed - have everything prepped and ready, since it cooks in under two minutes once it hits the wok. Keto Swaps: none needed - water spinach stir-fried simply is naturally keto as written.

Nutrition

Calories: 98kcal | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 2g
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