Samphire Stir Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Samphire Stir Fry! Perfectly blending the unique, salty crunch of samphire with colorful strips of red bell pepper, carrot, and aromatic ginger and garlic, this recipe is a quick and healthy choice that comes together in just 20 minutes. The umami-rich sauce, made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of chili flakes, infuses the stir-fry with bold flavors, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a delightful toasted finish. Served as a light vegetarian main or a savory side alongside grilled fish or meat, this dish showcases simple ingredients transformed into a restaurant-quality meal. Perfect for lovers of quick stir-fry recipes, fresh vegetables, and Asian-inspired cuisine!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Samphire
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 1 Carrot
- 2 stalks Spring onions
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 thumb-sized piece Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the samphire thoroughly under cold water to remove any excess salt.
Step 2
Slice the red bell pepper and carrot into thin strips. Finely chop the spring onions. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili flakes. Set aside.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6
Add the red bell pepper, carrot, and spring onions to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften but still retain some crunch.
Step 7
Toss in the rinsed samphire and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 8
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the vegetables and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.
Step 9
Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the stir-fry and give it a final toss.
Step 10
Serve immediately as a light main dish or as a flavorful side to accompany grilled fish or meat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (489.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 409.9 |
| Total Fat 30.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 15.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5193.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.0g | |
| Protein 10.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 150.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1811.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories