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Stir Fried Garlic Scape with Eggs (蒜苔炒鸡蛋)
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Stir Fried Garlic Scape with Eggs (蒜苔炒鸡蛋)

Crisp stir fried garlic scapes with fluffy eggs in a rich, fragrant brown sauce with a hint of sweetness. This recipe shares a super quick and easy way to consume a large amount of garlic scapes. {Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Adaptable}To make the dish gluten-free, use a gluten-free oyster sauce such as the LKK green label.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 to 4 servings
Calories: 242 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce (or regular oyster sauce)
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 4 egg , beaten
  • 1/2 ginger minced, thumb-sized piece
  • 2 green onion , sliced (Reserve a small portion for garnish)
  • 12 oz (340 g) garlic scapes , sliced to 1” (2.5 cm) pieces (Yield 2 2/1 cup once cut)

Instructions

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  1. Mix the oyster sauce and soy sauce together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the eggs. Let cook for a few seconds until the bottom sets. Scramble the eggs lightly until just cooked through, then transfer them to a plate and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil, ginger and green onion. Stir a few times to release the fragrance.
  4. Add the garlic scapes. Stir and cook for 2 minutes, until it starts to soften if using Asian garlic scapes. Cook for a longer time if using US garlic scapess (*Footnote 1). Pour in the oyster sauce mixture and stir a few times to mix well. Taste a piece of garlic scape. It should be tender but still a bit crisp. You can cook it longer for a more tender texture, if you prefer.
  5. Return the eggs to the pan. Stir and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer everything to a large serving plate. Garnish with the remaining fresh green onions, if using. Serve hot over rice as a main dish or as a side dish.

Notes

  • If using American garlic scapes, you will need a much longer cooking time because their skin is quite thick and tough. My favorite way to cook with American garlic scapes is to splash a tablespoon of Shaoxing wine onto them during the stir fry. The wine will evaporate and lightly steam the garlic scapes, so they cook faster. It also adds a nice aroma to the dish. If you do not wish to use Shaoxing wine, add a splash of broth (chicken or vegetable broth), or a splash of water.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 242kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 29.9g (10%) Protein 11.4g (23%) Fat 9.9g (15%) Saturated Fat 2.3g (12%) Cholesterol 164mg (55%) Sodium 282mg (12%) Potassium 437mg (9%) Fiber 2.1g (8%) Sugar 1.4g (3%) Calcium 185mg (19%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 to 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 242

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 242kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 29.9g 10%
Protein 11.4g 23%
Fat 9.9g 15%
Saturated Fat 2.3g 12%
Cholesterol 164mg 55%
Sodium 282mg 12%
Potassium 437mg 9%
Fiber 2.1g 8%
Sugar 1.4g 3%
Calcium 185mg 19%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.