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How to Cook Stir Fry Lettuce on a blue napkin.

How to Cook Stir Fry Lettuce

Jenny
Chinese stir fry lettuce cooked with garlic and soy sauce made in just 5 minutes. This simple vegetable side dish is perfect with any Asian inspired meal.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2
Calories 81 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce leaves torn into 3 inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sugar

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet or wok on high heat, toss in all the ingredients in the order listed and stir fry for 2-3 minutes until the lettuce is just wilted but still crunchy.
  • Remove excess water and drizzle more soy sauce on top to taste.

Notes

  • Don't overcook the lettuce. It should still have a crunch to it!
  • Make is spicy. Add some chili flakes, drizzle some sriracha or garlic chili sauce over the lettuce for a kick.
  • Top with sesame seeds for a nutty flavor.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 1006mgPotassium: 51mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword lettuce, Stir Fry
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