Spinach with Fried Ginger
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Spinach with Fried Ginger recipe! Perfectly tender spinach is infused with the bold aromatics of golden, crispy ginger and fragrant garlic, then lightly seasoned with soy sauce and a touch of sesame oil for a deliciously savory finish. This 20-minute recipe highlights the beautiful balance between simplicity and sophistication, making it an excellent choice for healthy weeknight dinners or as a stunning accompaniment to your favorite mains. The fried ginger not only adds a delightful crunch but also lends a warm, spicy depth that complements the delicate freshness of the spinach. Serve it warm for a nutrient-rich, Asian-inspired side dish that's light, satisfying, and bursting with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh spinach leaves
- 30 grams Fresh ginger
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Thoroughly rinse the spinach leaves under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Peel the ginger and slice it into thin matchstick-sized strips. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the ginger strips to the skillet and fry until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches if necessary, stirring gently to wilt the leaves evenly.
Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Add the water to help steam the spinach and enhance its tenderness.
Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is fully wilted and tender.
Remove from heat and transfer the spinach to a serving dish. Garnish with the fried ginger on top for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately as a side dish or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.0 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2162 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2995 mg | 64% | |
*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.
