Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this quick and flavorful Swiss Chard Stir Fry recipe, a perfect blend of vibrant greens and bold seasonings. Tender Swiss chard stems and leaves are stir-fried to perfection alongside aromatic garlic and fresh ginger, creating a tantalizing base for the savory notes of soy sauce and sesame oil. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, balanced by the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, nutrient-packed dish is ideal as a light side or served over rice or noodles for a satisfying, plant-based meal. Enjoy a simple yet delicious way to celebrate seasonal produce with this easy-to-make stir fry!
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Thoroughly wash the Swiss chard to remove any dirt or grit. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel, then separate the stems from the leaves. Chop the stems into 1/2-inch pieces and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Peel the ginger and finely grate or mince it.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the chopped Swiss chard stems to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
Add the Swiss chard leaves to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the leaves are wilted and tender.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the Swiss chard, then sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the vegetables.
Remove the skillet from heat. Transfer the Swiss chard stir-fry to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately as a side dish or over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Serving size | (257.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 457.8 |
Total Fat 43.8g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 6.6g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 1544.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 13.4g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 4.2g | 0% |
Total Sugars 2.4g | |
Protein 6.0g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 136.6mg | 0% |
Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
Potassium 826.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories