Spicy Fried Celery

Transform your weeknight side dish game with this bold and flavorful Spicy Fried Celery recipe! Crisp celery slices are stir-fried to perfection, soaking up the deep flavors of a tangy and slightly sweet soy sauce blend, spiked with aromatic garlic and a kick of red chili flakes. This quick and easy dish takes just 20 minutes from prep to plate, making it a vibrant, healthy addition to your table. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onion, it's perfect as a zesty standalone side or served over fluffy steamed rice for a light, meatless meal. With its irresistible crunch and balanced heat, this stir-fry will definitely elevate your everyday celery!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 celery stalks
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Wash the celery stalks thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Slice the celery stalks diagonally into thin, bite-sized pieces, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and thinly slice the green onions; set both aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Stir well to create the spicy sauce and set aside.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and chili flakes. Stir frequently for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful to not let the garlic burn.

Step 7

Add the sliced celery to the skillet and stir-fry for 4–5 minutes, or until the celery starts to become tender but still retains its crunch.

Step 8

Pour the prepared spicy sauce over the celery and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and clings to the celery.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice for a light meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(365.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	464.4

Total Fat 42.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1351.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 6.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140.2mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 868.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 16.2%