Rau Muong Xao Made with Spinach
Brighten up your dinner table with "Rau Muong Xao Made with Spinach," a simple yet mouthwatering Vietnamese-inspired stir-fry that brings bold flavors and tender greens together in just minutes. Instead of traditional water spinach, this recipe uses fresh spinach, making it more accessible while still delivering authentic taste. Garlic and optional red chili infuse the dish with aromatic depth, while a savory blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, and a hint of sugar creates a perfectly balanced glaze. Ready in under 15 minutes, this quick and healthy stir-fry pairs beautifully with steamed rice or complements your favorite protein for a complete meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or an effortless side dish, "Rau Muong Xao" with spinach is a must-try for lovers of vibrant, flavor-packed dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons sugar
- 1 whole red chili (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly in cold water and drain well. Trim off any tough stems if necessary.
Peel and finely mince the garlic. If using red chili, slice thinly on the diagonal.
Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Add the minced garlic (and chili, if using) to the hot oil. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the spinach to the wok in batches, tossing gently to wilt it down.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water. Pour the sauce mixture over the spinach and stir to coat evenly.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spinach is fully wilted and infused with the sauce.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2428 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 214 mg | 5% | |
*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.
