Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Garlic
A simple and flavorful dish perfect for any meal, featuring water spinach stir-fried with garlic.
Ingredients
Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Garlic
- 300 g water spinach, washed and trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- Salt to taste
Water Spinach and Tofu Stir-Fry
- 250 g water spinach, washed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 200 g firm tofu, cubed
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red chili sliced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
Water Spinach Soup with Shrimp
- 200 g water spinach, washed and cut into pieces
- 200 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 liters chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Garlic
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Increase the heat to high, then add the water spinach. Toss quickly to coat it in the oil.
- Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the water spinach wilts slightly but remains crisp.
- Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice.
Water Spinach and Tofu Stir-Fry
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes and fry until golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining oil and sauté the garlic and chili until fragrant.
- Add the water spinach and toss for a minute.
- Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Toss everything together until the water spinach is tender.
- Return the tofu to the skillet, mix well, and serve warm with rice or noodles.
Water Spinach Soup with Shrimp
- Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
- Pour in the broth and bring it to a boil.
- Add the water spinach and season with fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the spinach is tender.
- Serve hot as a starter or a light main course.
Notes
Both water spinach and regular spinach are nutritious, offering a range of health benefits. Enjoy a mix for balanced meals.