Low Sodium Stir-Fried Water Spinach
Turn your weeknight dinners into a healthy and flavorful experience with this Low Sodium Stir-Fried Water Spinach recipe! Featuring tender water spinach (kangkong), aromatic garlic and ginger, and a tangy, low-sodium soy sauce blend, this dish is a perfect match for anyone seeking nutritious yet delicious meals. A touch of sesame oil and fresh lime juice brings balance to the vibrant greens, while optional red chili adds a hint of heat for those who enjoy a spicy kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy stir-fry is ideal as a light, vegetable-packed side dish or served over steamed rice for a satisfying main course. Bursting with flavor yet mindful of sodium levels, it’s the ultimate guilt-free addition to your dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Water spinach (kangkong)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable or avocado oil
- 1 Red chili (optional, for heat), finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Fresh black pepper
Instructions
Wash the water spinach thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or grit. Trim the tough stems and chop the leafy parts and tender stems into 3-inch pieces. Set aside.
In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by mixing the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and lime juice. Stir to combine and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable or avocado oil and swirl to coat the surface.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the optional sliced red chili if desired.
Increase the heat to high and add the water spinach to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, tossing frequently, until the greens are wilted and tender-crisp.
Pour the prepared sauce over the water spinach and stir to coat evenly. Sprinkle with fresh black pepper.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a light side dish or over steamed rice for a more filling meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 763 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 339 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1417 mg | 30% | |
*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.
