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Stir Fried Pea Shoots with Minced Garlic Recipe (蒜蓉炒豆苗)

Pea shoots possess a unique sweetness and taste that other green leafy veggies do not provide. Follow my simple stir fry recipe for restaurant-style pea shoots infused with aromatic garlic!
Prep Time:17 minutes
Cook Time:3 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Cantonese, Chinese
Keyword: pea shoots, pea shoots with garlic, stir fried pea shoots with garlic, stir fried pea shoots with minced garlic
Servings: 4
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • 1 wok or large pan

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pea shoots
  • 5 cloves garlic finely minced or pressed
  • 3 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp Shao Xing wine
  • ½ tsp salt
  • dash of sesame oil optional

Instructions

  • Remove tough ends from the pea shoots, then wash and drain thoroughly and set aside.
  • Heat neutral oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the minced garlic, then stir them around in the oil until you can smell their aroma.
  • Add the pea shoots and stir fry until slightly wilted, then add the Shao Xing wine around the rim of your wok and continue to stir fry the pea shoots until wilted.
  • Add salt and an optional dash of sesame oil, then mix until well incorporated.
  • Immediately turn off fire, plate and serve. Enjoy!

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