Stir-Fried Morning Glory

Stir-Fried Morning Glory, or 'Pad Pak Boong', is a vibrant and flavorful Thai dish that showcases the crisp and tender texture of water spinach, enhanced by a savory garlic and soy sauce blend. This quick and easy recipe makes for a delightful vegetarian meal, packed with nutrients and bursting with fresh flavors.

Ingredients

• Morning Glory (Water Spinach) - 200 grams, trimmed and cut into 5 cm lengths
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Chili (Bird's Eye) - 2, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
• Soy Sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster Sauce (Vegetarian) - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sliced chili, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Increase the heat to high and add the morning glory to the wok, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until just wilted.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, sugar, and water.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the morning glory and continue to stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until well combined and the morning glory is tender but still vibrant.
6. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional chili if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, supporting immune function and skin health.
• High in fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting gut health.

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