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Adobong Kangkong (Water Spinach Adobo) recipe by Safe Plated

Adobong Kangkong (Water Spinach Adobo)

A simple yet flavorful Filipino side dish made with water spinach cooked in adobo sauce. A quick and easy dairy-free option.

25m4 servings
Contains wheatContains soyDAIRY-free
150 cal|5g protein|15g carbs|8g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Kangkong (water spinach)
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Black peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the kangkong by washing it thoroughly. Peel and mince the 3 cloves of garlic.
  2. 2Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a 25.4 cm skillet over medium-high heat, which is about 190°C. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until it smells fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. 3Add the about 450 g of kangkong to the skillet. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until the kangkong just begins to wilt.
  4. 4Pour in the 1/4 cup of soy sauce and the 1/4 cup of vinegar. Add the 1/2 teaspoon of black peppercorns.
  5. 5Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the kangkong is tender to your liking and the sauce has reduced slightly. The liquid should look a little thicker.
  6. 6Serve the Adobong Kangkong hot.

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