Garlic Spinach Stir-Fry
Garlic Spinach Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines fresh spinach with aromatic garlic, creating a delightful side or main course that's both nutritious and satisfying. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, bringing the essence of Chinese cuisine to your table.

15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
120 kcal
Ingredients
- Fresh spinach - 200 grams
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
- Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
- Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to high and add the fresh spinach, stirring quickly to coat in the oil.
- Cook the spinach for 3-4 minutes, or until wilted, stirring frequently.
- Add the soy sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
- Continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbs: 8 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in vitamins A and C, supporting immune function and skin health.
- High in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.
Tags
ChineseDairy-FreeDinner