Yu Choy

Yu choy is a delicious and nutritious leafy green vegetable commonly used in Asian cuisine. This recipe will show you how to prepare a simple and flavorful dish using yu choy.

Yu Choy

Ingredients

  • 1 lb yu choy
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash the yu choy thoroughly and trim off any tough stems.
  2. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the yu choy to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the leaves are wilted but still vibrant green.
  4. Drizzle the soy sauce over the yu choy and sprinkle with sugar. Toss to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Season with salt to taste and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per serving
Carbohydrates
8g
Protein
3g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Skillet Knife Cutting board Colander

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve yu choy as a side dish with steamed rice and your favorite protein, such as grilled chicken or tofu.

Tips & tricks

Be sure not to overcook the yu choy to retain its vibrant color and crisp texture.

Cost

$5