Fried Lettuce with Garlic

4 servings

60 minutes

Garlic sautéed lettuce is a simple yet exquisite dish of European cuisine that reveals the amazing potential of ordinary salad. Quickly cooked lettuce retains its crunchiness and fresh flavor notes, while garlic adds a rich spiciness. A special touch is given by an aromatic sauce that combines the sweetness of rice wine, the depth of soy sauce, and a light caramel hint from sugar. This dish is perfect as a standalone appetizer or as a side to meat and fish. It is easy to prepare and beautifully complements any dinner with an element of sophistication. Sesame oil completes the composition with a delicate nutty aroma. This dish is a harmony of simple ingredients creating an elegant taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 155.1
• Proteins: 2.7g
• Fats: 11.9g
• Carbohydrates: 9.1g

Ingredients

• Sweet rice wine: 1 tbsp
• Soy sauce: 1 tbsp
• Sugar: 0.8 tsp
• Salt: 0.5 tsp
• Garlic: 5 clove
• Lettuce: 500 g
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Sesame oil: 1 tsp

Cooking steps

1. In a small bowl, mix wine, soy sauce, sugar, and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet rice wine: 1 tablespoon
   • Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
   • Sugar: 0.8 teaspoon
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon

2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok until it smokes, add crushed garlic and sauté for 5 seconds. Add chopped lettuce and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until almost tender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 5 clove
   • Lettuce: 500 g

3. Pour in the sauce and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute until the lettuce is tender, but do not let it lose its color.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet rice wine: 1 tablespoon
   • Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
   • Sugar: 0.8 teaspoon
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon

4. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sesame oil: 1 teaspoon