Imagine a dish that combines the crisp, delicate texture of water spinach with the satisfying crunch of golden noodles, all brought together with a whisper of garlic and soy sauce. This Chinese Water Spinach with Crispy Noodles is not just a recipe—it's a culinary adventure that will transform your home cooking from ordinary to extraordinary in just 25 minutes. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests with a restaurant-quality dish that's surprisingly simple to prepare!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 200g Chinese water spinach
- 100g crispy noodles
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by thoroughly washing the water spinach, removing any tough stems. Pat dry with paper towels and roughly chop into 2-3 inch sections.
- Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, ensuring they are uniformly chopped for even flavor distribution.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and becomes slightly rippling.
- Add minced garlic to the hot oil and quickly stir-fry for 15-20 seconds, being careful not to burn the garlic, which can create a bitter taste.
- Immediately add water spinach to the wok, tossing and stirring rapidly to ensure even cooking and prevent wilting.
- Pour soy sauce over the spinach, continuing to stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the leaves are vibrant green and slightly tender.
- Add crispy noodles during the last minute of cooking, gently mixing to prevent breaking the noodles while allowing them to warm and absorb some of the sauce.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate, ensuring an even distribution of water spinach and crispy noodles.
- Serve immediately while the noodles remain crisp and the spinach is still warm and fresh.
Tips
- Choose the freshest water spinach possible - look for bright green leaves with no wilting or yellowing.
- Pat the water spinach completely dry before cooking to ensure a perfect stir-fry and prevent soggy results.
- Use a wok or wide skillet for the best heat distribution and quick cooking.
- Keep your heat at medium-high and work quickly to maintain the vibrant green color of the spinach.
- Don't overcook the spinach - it should remain crisp and retain its bright color.
- Add crispy noodles at the very end to preserve their crunch and prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
