Thai Spinach With Black Pepper & Garlic

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 17

Thai Spinach with Black Pepper & Garlic - a quick and healthy dish

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

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Thai Spinach with Black Pepper & Garlic is a quick and easy vegetarian dish that is popular in Thailand. It is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet and can be served as a side dish or a main course when paired with steamed rice. The spicy black pepper and the garlicky flavor of the dish make it a hit with people who enjoy bold and flavorful food. The dish is also super easy to make and can be whipped up in under 15 minutes, making it a great option for a quick lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.	Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
2.	Add garlic and sauté for a few seconds.
3.	Add spinach and stir-fry until wilted.
4.	Add fish sauce, sugar, black pepper and water. Stir-fry for another minute.
5.	Serve hot with steamed rice or as a side dish.

PROS

Thai Spinach with Black Pepper & Garlic is a delicious and quick vegetarian dish that can be prepared in under 15 minutes.

It is packed with nutrients and is low in calories, sugar, and fat.

Spinach is a great source of vitamins and minerals, while black pepper and garlic offer many health benefits and add to the flavor of the dish.

CONS

The dish contains fish sauce which may not be suitable for vegans or those with allergies to fish or shellfish.

The black pepper may be too spicy for some, but can be adjusted to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of vitamins and minerals, and is low in calories, sugar, and fat.
Spinach is rich in iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C, while black pepper and garlic have many health benefits such as aiding digestion and boosting the immune system.

	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	1 teaspoon garlic , coarsely chopped
	8 -10 cups spinach leaves , loosely packed
	2 tablespoons fish sauce
	2 teaspoons sugar
	1/2 teaspoon black pepper
	1/4 cup water