Stir-fried Stem Lettuce Recipe
Make Stir-fried Stem Lettuce Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Rinse the stem lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Trim the ends and chop into 2-inch pieces. Peel the garlic and ginger, then mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Slice the red bell pepper and carrot into thin strips.
Cooking
- 2
Stir-Fry the Vegetables
Heat a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced bell pepper and carrot, stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- 3
Add the Stem Lettuce
Add the chopped stem lettuce to the pan and continue to stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes, until the lettuce is wilted but still bright green.
- 4
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Pour the sauce over the stir-fried vegetables and mix well to coat.
- 5
Finish Cooking
Continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce is well incorporated and heated through.
Garnishing
- 6
Serve the Dish
Transfer the stir-fried stem lettuce to a serving platter. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.