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Stir Fried Kangkong on a bowl topped with fried garlic.
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Stir-Fried Kangkong with Garlic

Quick Filipino stir-fried kangkong with garlic.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Filipino
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 62kcal
Author Nora Rey
Cost $4-$6

Equipment

  • Wok or wide pan

Ingredients

  • 1 pound kangkong rinsed and cut into 2-inch sections
  • 8 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • Fried garlic or shallots optional

Instructions

  • Rinse kangkong well. Cut into 2-inch pieces and separate the stems from the leaves.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large pan. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the stems and stir-fry for about 1 minute, until they start to soften.
  • Add the leaves and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes, just until wilted.
  • Season with salt and pepper, or add soy sauce, oyster sauce, or fish sauce if you like. Top with fried garlic or shallots and serve hot.

Notes

  • Kangkong: Also called water spinach, kangkung, or ong choy. Use the stems and leaves.
  • Oil: Any neutral oil works. Add a little sesame oil for a mild nutty flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.04g | Vitamin A: 4763IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg