Garlic Stir-Fried Greens
15 min
total
4
people
116
calories per serving
Ingredients
4 people
- 600 gBok choy (halved)
- 4 pcGarlic (minced)
- 2 tbspPeanut oil
- 2 tbspoyster sauce
- 1 tbspsoy sauce
- 1 tspWhite sugar
- 1 tspSesame oil
- 1 pinchWhite pepper ground
Method
Crunchy pak choi stems coated in a glossy brown sauce. Golden garlic provides a deep umami aroma that hits you immediately.
- 1
Cut the pak choi in half lengthwise. Rinse thoroughly to remove any sand between the leaves. Coarsely mince the garlic with a knife.
- 2
Plunge the vegetables for 1 minute in boiling water. They should remain firm and bright green. Drain and pat dry so the sauce coats properly.
- 3
Heat the peanut oil in a wok until it lightly smokes. Toss in the garlic: it must color without burning to stay golden and fragrant.
- 4
Add the vegetables, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir-fry over high heat. The sauce should reduce and glaze the stems. Finish with sesame oil and pepper.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get this dish right?
- Do not overcook the greens in water; the thermal shock of the wok should do the rest.
- If the garlic turns dark brown, it's bitter: discard and start over.
- Use very high heat to achieve that characteristic glossy appearance.
How long does this dish keep?
Consume immediately to maintain crunchiness. Does not freeze.
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