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How to Stir-Fry Bean Sprouts with Chives

Stir-fried bean sprouts with chives is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dish popular in Asian cuisine. Here’s a simple guide to making it perfectly.

Ingredients: Fresh bean sprouts (300g), chives (100g), garlic (2 cloves, minced), cooking oil (2 tbsp), light soy sauce (1 tbsp), salt (a pinch), sugar (½ tsp, optional), and a dash of sesame oil for aroma.

Steps:

1. Prep: Rinse bean sprouts under cold water and drain thoroughly. Trim off the roots if preferred. Chop chives into 2-3 cm segments. Mince garlic.

2. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant (10-15 seconds). Toss in bean sprouts and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.

3. Season: Add chives, soy sauce, salt, and sugar. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds until chives brighten. Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking.

4. Finish: Drizzle with sesame oil, toss well, and serve hot.

Tips: For extra crunch, blanch bean sprouts in boiling water for 10 seconds before stir-frying. Avoid overcooking to retain their crispness. This dish pairs perfectly with rice or noodles, offering a fresh, savory bite with minimal effort!