Kang Kong Stir Fry
Bring vibrant flavor to your table with this quick and easy Kang Kong Stir Fry, a savory Asian-inspired dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Perfectly tender water spinach is stir-fried with aromatic garlic, a hint of optional red chili for heat, and a luscious sauce made with oyster sauce, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar for balance. This recipe is a fantastic side dish that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite grilled meats, spotlighting fresh, nutrient-rich greens with a bold, umami-packed punch. Ideal for busy weeknights or as part of a festive meal spread, this stir fry celebrates simplicity and incredible flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Kang Kong (water spinach)
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 piece Red chili (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash the kang kong thoroughly under running water to remove dirt. Trim the tough stems, leaving the tender stems and leaves. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Slice the red chili thinly if using.
In a small bowl, mix the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water. Set aside.
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Once the oil is hot, add the chopped garlic and sliced chili (if using). Stir-fry for 15–20 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to high and add the kang kong to the wok. Stir-fry quickly to coat the leaves and stems in the oil and garlic.
Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the kang kong. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes or until the kang kong is just wilted and coated in the sauce.
Remove from heat immediately to avoid overcooking the leaves.
Transfer the stir-fried kang kong to a serving plate and serve immediately as a side dish or with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1648 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1094 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
