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Stir fries and Mains - easy-swiss-chard-stir-fry.md
Easy Swiss Chard Stir Fry
Chef's Menu Description
A delicious and authentic stir fries and mains recipe for Easy Swiss Chard Stir Fry, prepared with traditional seasonings and techniques.
Ingredients
- • 1 bunch swiss chard (8 to 10 leaves)
- • 1 tablespoon peanut oil ((or vegetable oil))
- • 3 cloves garlic (, coarsely chopped)
- • 1 teaspoon sugar
- • 2 teaspoons soy sauce ((or tamari for gluten-free))
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
To prep the swiss chard, cut off the stems and chop the leaves into 1-cm (1/2-inch) pieces. Chop the leaves into 4-cm (1.5-inch) pieces. Separate the stems and leaves.
2
Phase 2
Heat oil in a cast iron pan (or wok, or a heavy frying pan) until hot. Add garlic. Stir a few times until fragrant.
3
Phase 3
Add the chard stems. Cook and stir a few times until they start to soften.
4
Phase 4
Add the leaves. Quickly stir a few times. Add sugar and swirl in soy sauce. Immediately stir to mix well. Cook and stir until the chard turns tender. Transfer to a serving plate immediately to stop cooking.
5
Phase 5
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish.