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Gai Lan Stir Fry with Oyster Sauce

A quick and easy dish featuring crunchy Gai Lan and a flavorful oyster sauce that will elevate your dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 300 g gai lan (Chinese broccoli) Look for firm, vibrant stalks with dark green leaves.
  • 6-7 cloves garlic Freshly minced is ideal for that aromatic kick.
  • 1-2 pcs Thai chilies Use according to your spice preference; optional.
  • 1½ Tbsp oyster sauce Use the best quality available.
  • ½ Tbsp soy sauce Opt for low sodium for a healthier twist.
  • 1 Tbsp water Helpful for dissolving sugar into the sauce.
  • ½ tsp sugar Balances the flavors; can substitute with honey or agave.
  • ¼ tsp ground white or black pepper Adjust to your taste.
  • Jasmine rice For serving; fluffy rice is perfect for soaking up sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the thick stems of the gai lan into thin slices. Chop the thinner stems into 2-inch pieces and the leaves into bite-sized chunks, keeping them separated.
  2. Mince the garlic and pound the Thai chilies together for an extra kick if desired.
  3. In a small bowl, mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water until the sugar dissolves.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-low heat. Fry the garlic until light golden, infusing the oil.
  2. Add the gai lan stems and cook for about 30-45 seconds until softened but still crunchy.
  3. Increase heat to high, add gai lan leaves, sauce mixture, and pepper. Cook for another 30-45 seconds until leaves wilt.
  4. Remove from heat and serve over fluffy jasmine rice immediately.

Notes

Timing is crucial during cooking and don't overcook gai lan to retain its crunch. Customize by adding more veggies like bell peppers or snap peas.