Side Dish

Stir-fried Water Spinach with Fermented Tofu

Name: Stir-fried Water Spinach with Fermented Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: chinese
Ingredients: 300 g water spinach trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces; 30 g fermented tofu mashed; 3 clove garlic minced; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 0.5 tsp sugar; 2 tbsp water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

This simple and flavorful vegan stir-fry features crisp water spinach coated in a savory sauce made with fermented tofu. It's a quick and satisfying side dish that pairs well with steamed rice and other Asian-inspired meals.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 15 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 171 kcal

Vegetarian

Allergen information: may contain gluten and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

300 gwater spinach, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 clovegarlic, minced
2 tbspvegetable oil

sauce

30 gfermented tofu, mashed
1 tbspsoy sauce
0.5 tspsugar
2 tbspwater

Equipment

wok · frying pan · knife · small bowl

The method

Step by step

1
Prepare the sauce by mashing the fermented tofu in a small bowl, then stir in the soy sauce, sugar, and water until well combined.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the fermented tofu is fully mashed for a smooth sauce.
2
Heat a wok or large frying pan over high heat, then add the vegetable oil.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: A hot wok is crucial for a good stir-fry.
3
Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 15-20 seconds until fragrant.
Cook’s note: Do not burn the garlic; it should be lightly golden.
4
Add the water spinach to the wok and stir-fry rapidly for 1-2 minutes until it starts to wilt.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Stir constantly to ensure even cooking.
5
Pour the prepared sauce over the water spinach and continue to stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the spinach is tender-crisp and coated with the sauce.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcook the water spinach; it should retain some crunch.
6
Serve immediately as a side dish.

Per serving

Nutrition

65%Score

Calories: 171.1kcal
Protein: 3.9g
Carbs: 7.9g
Fat: 14.5g
Fibre: 3.2g
Sugar: 2.6g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store any leftover stir-fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.