While travelling in Vietnam – I am not exactly the most adventurous person when it comes to trying new foods. I am pretty set in that I don’t do hot and I don’t do spicy. Odd name? Yeah.. I’ll pass.
However eventually we tried Morning Glory which is the fancy name they give to water spinach! Stir fried with garlic and a touch of fish sauce, this side dish was almost a non-negotiable when it came to our lunch and dinners.
Super quick and easy – This dish is also healthy!
The trick to this one is finding it – you are unlikely to find it in your supermarket BUT if you check with your green grocer/fruit and vege shop – they may have some. Alternatively your local farmers market will have it – especially if you are on the southside of Brisbane!
| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
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Ingredients
- 250 g Water Spinach / Morning Glory 1 x bunch. Available in warmer months from Asian grocers and markets. Chopped to lengths about 6-10cm long
- 4 garlic cloves chopped finely
- 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Can be omitted for Vegan/Vegetarian. Use a good shake of salt instead
- 1-2 tbsp Peanut Oil Or Vegetable Oil
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Instructions
- Heat Wok to hottest setting and then put your oil in.
- Put chopped Garlic in and stir fry quickly (don’t let it brown) and then add chopped Water Spinach.
- Once Water Spinach is in the wok – pour in your tablespoon of Fish Sauce.
- Stir fry ingredients together quickly and then remove the Water Spinach after 50-60 seconds. It should just be starting to wilt and look glossy and bright green Do not overcook it! It will continue to cook after you have removed it.
- Place on your favorite plate, serve and enjoy!
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