Garlic water spinach (蒜蓉红苋菜) is a vibrant, nutritious dish popular in Chinese cuisine, loved for its tender leaves and savory garlic flavor. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making it perfectly.
First, prepare the ingredients: 500g fresh water spinach, 4-5 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 tbsp cooking oil, and a pinch of salt. For extra flavor, you can add a dash of oyster sauce or a pinch of sugar.
Wash the water spinach thoroughly, trimming the tough stems and leaving the tender tops. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until wilted, then drain and set aside. This step retains its bright color and tenderness.
Heat the oil in a wok over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds), being careful not to burn it. Add the blanched spinach to the wok, toss gently to coat with the garlic oil, and season with salt (and oyster sauce if using). Stir-fry for 1 minute until everything is well combined.
Serve hot as a side dish. The result is a delicious, healthy blend of crisp-tender spinach and aromatic garlic, perfect with rice. Enjoy this quick and flavorful staple that brings out the best of simple ingredients!
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