Lal Shaag, also known as Red Spinach Stir Fry, is a dish that is typically made using red amaranth leaves, which are also known as red spinach or Chinese spinach. The leaves are stir-fried with a variety of flavorful ingredients to create a delicious and healthy dish.
Here is a simple recipe for Lal Shaag:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of red amaranth leaves, washed and chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
- Add the red amaranth leaves and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until the leaves are wilted.
- Add the soy sauce mixture and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the leaves are evenly coated.
- Serve the Lal Shaag as a side dish or over rice.
This dish is a simple and easy to make, it’s also a healthy and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. The red amaranth leaves are a great source of vitamins and minerals, and the stir-fry method of cooking helps to preserve their nutritional value.