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S1Ep48-Stir Fry Taiwanese Lettuce A-Choy with Garlic 大蒜炒台灣A菜

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Stir Fry Taiwanese Lettuce A-Choy with Garlic

Cultural Context

Originating from Taiwan, A-Choy is a beloved leafy vegetable often featured in home cooking. This dish highlights the freshness of the greens, enhanced by the aromatic flavors of garlic and ginger. Traditionally served as a side dish, it reflects the Taiwanese appreciation for simple, yet flavorful meals. Today, this stir-fry is enjoyed in various Asian cuisines, adapting to local tastes while retaining its essence.

TaiwaneseTWside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb Taiwanese lettuce A-Choy
4 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ginger
1 red chili
2 scallions
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

Taiwanese lettuce A-Choy

🥗Healthier: baby spinach

💰Cheaper: regular lettuce

Baby spinach provides similar texture and nutrients, while regular lettuce is more accessible.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, and canola oil is more budget-friendly.

red chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper adds sweetness without heat, and jalapeño is often less expensive.

1

Crush the garlic and cut the Taiwanese lettuce A-Choy into 2-inch pieces.

2

Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.

3

Add the crushed garlic and sauté quickly to avoid overcooking the vegetables.

4

Add the Taiwanese lettuce A-Choy and stir-fry until cooked, being careful not to overcook it.

5

Season with salt and add oyster sauce and Xiao Shing wine; toss to combine.

Cooking Techniques

stir-frying

Equipment Needed

wokspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

A-Choy Stir FryTaiwanese Lettuce Stir Fry

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