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Delicious Yu Choy Recipe: A Chinese Leafy Green Dish

Yu choy is a green leafy vegetable that is commonly used in Chinese cuisine. This yu choy recipe is easy to make and packs a punch of flavor.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 61kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound yu choy
  • cold water for blanching
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 red chili peppers
  • 2 bunches of green onions
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mix with 1 tablespoon of water
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • pinch of sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Start by washing the Yu Choy thoroughly. Trim the ends of the thicker stems.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the Yu Choy. Add a little salt and cooking oil to the boiling water, and blanch for about 30 seconds until the greens turn bright green. Drain and immediately transfer them to a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process. This will make sure they retain their vibrant green color and crisp texture. Set them on a plate and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, and a pinch of sugar. Mix cornstarch with the same amount of water in a separate bowl.
  • In a pan over medium heat, add the vegetable oil and minced garlic, green onion slices, and red chilis. Sauté until fragrant, which should take just a couple of minutes. Pour the pre-made sauce into the wok and cook for 1 minute, then slowly pour the cornstarch water and cook until it starts to simmer. Turn off the heat and pour the sauce into a measuring cup.
  • Gently drizzle the sauce over the blanched yu choy. This delicious sauce will elevate the flavor of your Yu Choy.
  • Serve immediacy and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.1g | Protein: 2.2g | Fat: 3.7g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Sodium: 240mg | Potassium: 318mg | Fiber: 1.4g | Sugar: 1.3g | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1mg
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