Kangkung Balado (spicy Stir-fried Morning Glory)
Kangkung Balado is a popular dish in Makassar cuisine, featuring stir-fried morning glory in a spicy and flavorful sauce. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals.
Ingredients
- 500g morning glory (kangkung), washed and trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 red chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat the cooking oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped red chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
- Toss in the diced tomatoes and continue to stir-fry until they are slightly softened.
- Add the morning glory to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Season with salt and sugar, then continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
- Transfer the Kangkung Balado to a serving dish and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Wok or large pan Cutting board Knife Serving dish
Tools
Stove Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy Kangkung Balado with steamed rice for a satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the amount of red chilies according to your preferred level of spiciness.
Cost
$8