red Amaranth (Hin Choy) with Garlic and Oyster Sauce - Tambdi Bhaji

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Ingredients

1 bunch red amaranth
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch)

           

Method

1. Wash amaranth and shake dry. Discard lower stems which may be tough.

2. Pick leaves and cut tender stems into bite-sized pieces. Heat oil in a wok and fry the garlic on low heat, stirring until it is pale golden.

3. Add the amaranth, increase heat to medium and toss with a spatula until the leaves are wilted. Add oyster sauce and sugar, cover with lid and allow to steam for a minute or two.

4.Meanwhile, combine cornflour with 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl. Stir into liquid in pan until it boils and thickens.

5.Serve at once with steamed rice.