Pea Shoots Stir-fried with Savory Bean Paste
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This dish is a local-style interpretation, inspired by the vibrant flavors of Malaysian home cooking, and is not guaranteed to be traditional or authentic. Fresh pea shoots are quickly stir-fried with a savory fermented bean paste (taucu) and a hint of chili, offering a balanced and aromatic side dish that's quick to prepare. (AI Generated Draft)
Ingredients
- 1tbsp
- 1tbsp
- 2clove
- 0.5tbsp
- 150g
- 0.5piece
- 1tbsp
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Steps
- 1
1. Heat cooking oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sliced chili (if using), and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
2. Add the pea shoots to the wok. Stir-fry quickly for 1-2 minutes until they start to wilt.
- 3
3. Add the fermented soybean paste, oyster sauce, and water. Toss well to combine all ingredients, ensuring the pea shoots are evenly coated with the sauce.
- 4
4. Continue to stir-fry for another 1 minute or until the pea shoots are tender-crisp. Serve immediately.