Practical and Delicious Stir-Fried Water Spinach Recipe for Sahur Menu, Try It Now

Kapanlagi.com - Suhoor is a crucial moment for Muslims during the month of Ramadan. This is the time when we replenish our energy before fasting all day long. Therefore, it is important to choose a practical, nutritious, and appetizing suhoor menu so that we remain energized throughout the day.

One perfect option is stir-fried water spinach! This dish is not only quick to prepare with simple ingredients that are easy to find in the kitchen, but it is also rich in fiber and nutrients that are good for digestion. Water spinach can help keep our bodies hydrated longer while fasting.

To make your suhoor more varied and not boring, here are five simple stir-fried water spinach recipes that are easy to make at home. From classic stir-fried water spinach to variations with oyster sauce and sweet soy sauce that will surely whet your appetite. Here are the recipes, summarized by Kapanlagi.com, Wednesday (5/3).

1. Simple Stir-Fried Water Spinach Recipe, Savory and Spicy

Simple stir-fried water spinach is the best choice for those who want to cook quickly with minimal ingredients, while still achieving a delicious and appetizing flavor, especially with the addition of bird's eye chili that gives a delightful spicy sensation.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of water spinach, trimmed and washed clean
• 4 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 5 bird's eye chilies, sliced
• ½ tsp salt
• A pinch of sugar
• A pinch of flavor enhancer
• Enough cooking oil

Cooking Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan, then sauté the shallots and garlic until fragrant.
2. Add the bird's eye chilies, salt, and sugar, then stir well.
3. Add the washed water spinach, stir quickly over high heat to keep it green and fresh.
4. Add the flavor enhancer, stir again, and adjust the taste.
5. Remove from heat and serve while warm as a side dish with white rice.

2. Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Oyster Sauce, More Savory and Delicious

Stir-fried water spinach with oyster sauce offers a richer and more savory flavor compared to the simple version, as the oyster sauce adds a perfect blend of sweetness and saltiness that complements the crunchy texture of the water spinach.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of water spinach, cut and washed clean
• 3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
• 4 shallots, thinly sliced
• 5 bird's eye chilies, sliced diagonally
• 4 tablespoons of oyster sauce
• Salt, sugar, and seasoning to taste
• Cooking oil for sautéing

Cooking Instructions:

1. Sauté the shallots, garlic, and bird's eye chilies until fragrant.
2. Add a little water, then add the cleaned water spinach.
3. Add salt, sugar, oyster sauce, and seasoning, stir until well combined.
4. Sauté until the water spinach wilts but remains green and crunchy. Remove and serve with a sprinkle of fried shallots for extra flavor.

3. Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Sweet Soy Sauce, Sweeter and Savory Taste

For those who enjoy a sweet taste, stir-fried water spinach with sweet soy sauce can be a delicious choice because the combination of spices like soy sauce, bay leaves, and galangal makes the flavor richer and more appetizing.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of water spinach, trimmed and washed
• 2 cm of galangal, smashed
• 2 red chilies, sliced diagonally
• 3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
• 4 shallots, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon of sweet soy sauce
• ½ teaspoon of seasoning
• 50 ml of water
• 3 tablespoons of oil for sautéing

Cooking Instructions:

1. Heat the oil, sauté the shallots, garlic, chilies, galangal, and bay leaves until fragrant.
2. Add the water spinach, stir until evenly mixed, then add the sweet soy sauce and water.
3. Add the seasoning and adjust the taste. Stir well, cook until the water spinach wilts and the spices are absorbed.
4. Remove from heat and serve while warm.

4. Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Tauco Sauce, A Combination of Savory and Spicy

Stir-fried water spinach with tauco sauce has a more unique and distinctive flavor because tauco adds a different savory touch compared to other seasonings, perfect for those who want to try a bolder variation of stir-fried water spinach.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of water spinach, cut into pieces
• 3 tablespoons of tauco
• 2 teaspoons of sweet soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce
• 3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 red chilies, sliced diagonally
• 1 piece of galangal, smashed
• 1 bay leaf

Cooking Instructions:

1. Sauté the shallots, garlic, red chilies, galangal, and bay leaf until fragrant.
2. Add tauco, oyster sauce, and sweet soy sauce, then mix well.
3. Add the water spinach and a little water, cook until wilted.
4. Adjust the seasoning, then remove and serve while warm.

5. Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Quail Eggs, More Filling

For those looking for a more filling sahur menu, stir-fried water spinach with quail eggs can be a choice because the combination of green vegetables and protein from quail eggs makes it more nutritious and provides energy for a longer time.

Ingredients:

• 4 bunches of water spinach, cleaned
• 10 boiled quail eggs, peeled
• 3 shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 curly red chili, sliced diagonally
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried shrimp
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Cooking Instructions:

1. Sauté the shallots, garlic, chili, and dried shrimp until fragrant.
2. Add the quail eggs and water spinach, stir well.
3. Add the oyster sauce and granulated sugar, stir until absorbed.
4. Cook until the water spinach wilts, then serve warm.

6. FAQ

1. How to keep stir-fried water spinach green?

Cook over high heat for a short time so that the water spinach does not change color to black.

2. Can stir-fried water spinach be stored for suhoor?

It is best eaten immediately, but if you want to store it, place it in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat before suhoor.

3. What are the essential spices for stir-fried water spinach?

Shallots, garlic, chili, as well as salt and sugar are the essential spices that make stir-fried water spinach even more delicious.

4. Can stir-fried water spinach be made without oil?

Yes, use an oil-free stir-frying technique with a little water or broth for a healthier result.

5. What side dishes go well with stir-fried water spinach?

Stir-fried water spinach pairs well with fried chicken, tofu, tempeh, or salted fish for a more delicious meal.

(kpl/rmt)