Choi Sum and Oyster Sauce Stir Fry
Choi sum, a leafy green vegetable with a slightly bitter flavor, is a popular ingredient in Chinese cooking. In this simple stir-fry, choi sum is combined with oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger for a quick and flavorful side dish. The oyster sauce adds a rich and savory flavor to the dish, while the garlic and ginger provide a fragrant and aromatic base. This stir-fry is a quick and easy way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Choi sum, also known as Chinese flowering cabbage, is a leafy green vegetable that is native to China. It is a member of the mustard family and is closely related to bok choy and kale. Choi sum has a slightly bitter flavor and a crunchy texture. It is a popular ingredient in Chinese cooking and is often used in stir-fries, soups, and salads. Oyster sauce is a thick, flavorful sauce made from oyster extracts, sugar, and salt. It is a popular ingredient in Chinese cooking and is often used to add flavor to stir-fries, noodles, and rice dishes. In this recipe, the oyster sauce adds a rich and savory flavor to the choi sum stir-fry.
Choi Sum and Oyster Sauce Stir Fry Choi Sum and Oyster Sauce Stir Fry Choi Sum and Oyster Sauce Stir Fry Choi Sum and Oyster Sauce Stir Fry
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 5 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 pound choi sum, washed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup oyster sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add the choi sum and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the oyster sauce and water and cook until the choi sum is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 2 minutes more.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The high heat of the wok or skillet helps to quickly cook the choi sum and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • The addition of oyster sauce adds a rich and savory flavor to the dish.
  • The garlic and ginger provide a fragrant and aromatic base for the stir-fry.
  • The salt and pepper help to enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.