Stir fried spinach with garlic and lemon zest is a delightful dish that combines the goodness of leafy greens with the aromatic flavors of garlic and lemon. This simple yet tasty dish is not only easy to prepare but also a great source of vital nutrients. Whether you're looking for a quick weekday meal or a flavorful side dish, stir fried spinach with garlic and lemon zest is an excellent choice.
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SAUTEED SPINACH WITH GARLIC AND LEMON
This is a quick, healthy and tasty side dish for chicken and steak dishes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant and beginning to brown, about 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, remove garlic and discard.
- Raise heat to high. Add spinach to skillet gradually, waiting for one batch to wilt before adding the next. Cook, tossing, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Drain liquid from skillet; add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g
STIR-FRIED SPINACH WITH GARLIC
Provided by Food Network
Time 8m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large wok over medium heat, heat oil. Stir-fry salt and spinach for 1 minute. When spinach has wilted add sugar and garlic and stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes more. Plate spinach, serve warm or cold.
STIR-FRIED SPINACH WITH GARLIC AND LEMON ZEST
This recipe comes from Williams-Sonoma Essentials of Healthful Cooking. According to the intro they gave to the recipe "Spinach is one of the most nutritious vegetables." It went on to say that when it was cooked its nutrients become even more concentrated. It is high in iron, potassium and vitamins A and C; the leaves are rich in leutine and zeaxathin, phytochemicals that protect vision. Besides being healthy it is delicious!
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Spinach
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Carefully rinse the spinach in several changes of water.
- Discard the tough stems and any damaged leaves, drain briefly in a colander, shaking off excess water.
- Over medium-high heat, in a deep sauté pan or wok, combine the olive oil, lemon zest and garlic.
- After about 30 seconds, the garlic should begin to sizzle; immediately stir in the damp spinach and using tongs or 2 wooden spoons, toss and stir quickly until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer the spinach to a warmed serving dish and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of fresh pepper.
- Serve at once.
STIR-FRIED SPINACH WITH GARLIC
"Spinach has often been regarded with disdain in the west, probably because it is usually overcooked. This is a delicious, time-honored, southern Chinese recipe. The spinach is quickly stir-fried and then seasoned. It is very simple to prepare." Ken Hom from CHINESE COOKING. (We halved this recipe last night and enjoyed it hot with Mr. Hom's FISH IN HOT AND SOUR SAUCE. Wonderful!)
Provided by Gerry sans Sanddunes
Categories Spinach
Time 11m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Wash the spinach thoroughly.
- Remove all stems leaving just the leaves.
- Heat the wok (or large frying pan) until it is VERY hot.
- Add the oil.
- When the oil it is very hot and slightly smoking, add the garlic and salt.
- Stir-fry both for 10 seconds.
- Add the spinach and stir-fry for about 2 minutes to coat the spinach leaves thoroughly with the oil, garlic and salt.
- When the spinach has wilted to about one-third of its original size, add the sugar.
- Continue to stir-fry for another 4 minutes.
- Transfer to a plate and pour off any excess liquid.
- Serve hot or cold.
STIR-FRIED SPINACH IN GARLIC SAUCE
Categories Garlic Ginger Side Stir-Fry Quick & Easy Spinach Soy Sauce Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a glass measure stir together the broth, the soy sauce, the Scotch, the vinegar, the cornstarch, and the sugar until the cornstarch is dissolved. In a wok or large deep heavy skillet heat the oil over high heat until it is hot but not smoking, in it stir-fry the garlic and the gingerroot for 30 seconds, or until the garlic is golden, and add the spinach in batches, stir-frying until each batch is wilted slightly before adding each new one. Stir the cornstarch mixture, add it to the wok, and stir-fry the mixture mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted evenly and the sauce is thickened. Serve the spinach with the rice.
STIR-FRIED SPINACH WITH GINGER AND GARLIC
Categories Garlic Ginger Stir-Fry Quick & Easy High Fiber Spinach Winter Gourmet
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash spinach well, discarding coarse stems, and drain in a colander. In a wok or large heavy skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until very hot but not smoking and stir-fry gingerroot and garlic until fragrant, 10 to 15 seconds. Add spinach and stir-fry until wilted, about 1 minute. Season spinach with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- Choose fresh spinach: Look for spinach with bright green leaves and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
- Wash the spinach thoroughly: Rinse the spinach under cold water several times to remove any dirt or grit.
- Use a large skillet: This will help to prevent the spinach from overcrowding and wilting.
- Cook the spinach in batches if necessary: If you have a lot of spinach, cook it in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
- Don't overcook the spinach: Spinach cooks quickly, so only cook it for a minute or two, or until it is just wilted.
- Season the spinach to taste: Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, or other seasonings to taste.
- Serve the spinach immediately: Spinach is best served immediately after it is cooked.
Conclusion:
Stir-fried spinach with garlic and lemon zest is a quick and easy side dish that is packed with flavor. This dish is a great way to use up fresh spinach and is a healthy and delicious addition to any meal.
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