Tumis Kangkung
Bring a vibrant taste of Indonesia to your table with Tumis Kangkung, a quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender water spinach infused with the bold flavors of garlic, shallots, and shrimp paste (terasi). This savory dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a versatile side dish to complement your favorite Asian-inspired meals. A hint of red chili adds a mild heat, while a touch of sugar balances the savory umami notes. Best served with steamed rice, Tumis Kangkung is a delicious way to incorporate nutrient-rich greens into your meal with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 300 grams water spinach (kangkung)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pieces red chili
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 pieces shallots
- 1 teaspoon shrimp paste (terasi)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 50 milliliters water
Directions
Step 1
Wash the water spinach thoroughly under running water, separate the leaves from the stems, and cut the stems into 5 cm lengths. Set aside.
Step 2
Slice the red chilies diagonally and peel and finely chop the garlic and shallots.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the chopped garlic and shallots to the pan and stir-fry for about 1 minute until they become fragrant.
Step 5
Add the sliced red chilies to the pan and continue stir-frying for another minute.
Step 6
Add the shrimp paste (terasi) and mix well with the garlic, shallots, and chilies until the shrimp paste is well incorporated.
Step 7
Toss in the water spinach, stirring quickly to coat it evenly with the aromatic mixture.
Step 8
Add the salt, sugar, and water. Stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes or until the water spinach is vibrant green and tender but still crisp.
Step 9
Taste the stir-fry and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Step 10
Serve immediately as a side dish with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (487.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 368.1 |
| Total Fat 27.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1720.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 27.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.5g | |
| Protein 12.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 282.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1285.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories