Low Carb Stir-Fried Water Spinach
Elevate your low-carb meal prep with this quick and flavorful Low Carb Stir-Fried Water Spinach recipe. Featuring tender, nutrient-packed water spinach (kangkung) tossed in a savory blend of low-sodium soy sauce, optional low-carb oyster sauce, and fragrant sesame oil, this dish is the perfect combination of healthy and delicious. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, a hint of heat from optional red chili, and a touch of umami, this recipe comes together in under 20 minutes, making it a go-to for weeknight dinners or a light side dish. Serve it fresh and hot with your favorite protein or enjoy it as a satisfying standalone meal. Perfect for keto, gluten-free, and health-conscious diets, this vibrant stir-fry is proof that simple ingredients can create bold, unforgettable flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Water spinach (kangkung)
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Red chili (optional, adjust to taste), sliced
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium, gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce (optional, use a low-carb version if desired)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable or avocado oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Rinse the water spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove dirt and grit. Trim the tough ends of the stems, then cut the stems and leaves into 2-3 inch sections. Set aside.
Heat the vegetable or avocado oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and sliced red chili (if using). Stir-fry for 20-30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to high and add the water spinach to the pan. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the leaves begin to wilt.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, salt, ground black pepper, and water. Pour this mixture over the water spinach while stir-frying, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the water spinach is tender but still bright green.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a stand-alone dish or alongside your favorite protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2841 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1222 mg | 26% | |
*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.
