Yu Choy
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Yu Choy
Description
This Yu Choy recipe highlights the tender, clean taste of the vegetable through quick blanching to preserve its natural crunch and color. The accompanying sauce is made by gently infusing garlic in neutral oil, then combining it with oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil, balancing salty and nutty flavors. Heating the sauce until it simmers releases the aroma before drizzling over the drained greens.
The dish delivers a lightly seasoned, fresh vegetable side that pairs well with other dishes in an Asian-inspired meal. The brief blanch and warm sauce coating keep texture and flavor lively. Serving immediately ensures the best taste and brightness.
Ingredients
- 500 grams yu choy
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 2-3 cloves garlic roughly chopped
- 1½ tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce low sodium
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash the yu choy thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- In a small saucepan, heat up the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic and stir until the garlic is fragrant. About 2 minutes. Then, add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and oyster sauce. Stir to combine and once it has come up to a boil, remove it from the heat and set aside.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Then, add the yu choy to the water and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and place the choy on a serving platter or large plate.
- Drizzle the sauce over the yu choy and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 115kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 358mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 24mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.04g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 13IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 159mg | 177% |
| Calcium | 300mg | 30% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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