Morning Glory Recipe

Inspired by Pho Soho

Time15m

Serves2

Stir fried morning glory (water spinach) in garlic, with or without fresh red chillies

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the morning glory thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. Drain and cut into 4-5 inch lengths. Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. If using, slice the fresh red chillies diagonally into thin rings.

2
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3
Sauté Garlic
Add the chopped garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
4
Add Chillies (Optional)
If using fresh red chillies, add them to the skillet and stir-fry for another 30 seconds to infuse the oil with their heat.
5
Stir-fry Morning Glory
Add the prepared morning glory to the skillet, tossing it quickly to combine with the garlic and chillies. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the leaves are wilted but still vibrant in color.
6
Season the Dish
Pour in the soy sauce and add salt, stirring well to coat the morning glory evenly. If the mixture seems dry, add the water to help create a little steam for cooking.
7
Finish Cooking
Continue to stir-fry for an additional minute, ensuring the morning glory is tender but still has a slight crunch. Remove from heat.

8
Serve Hot
Transfer the stir-fried morning glory to a serving dish and enjoy hot as a side dish with rice or as a part of a larger meal.