Steamed Morning Glory
Vietnamese Vietnamese - Steamed Dishes

Steamed Morning Glory

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 500g morning glory stems, trimmed
  • • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1 red chili, sliced
  • • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 2 tbsp fried shallots

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Snap the morning glory stems into 10cm lengths and rinse well.

2
Phase 2

Steam over boiling water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.

3
Phase 3

Whisk the fish sauce, sugar, salt, and half the minced garlic.

4
Phase 4

Toss the steamed stems with the sauce.

5
Phase 5

Fry the remaining garlic in the oil until golden, pour over the greens, top with the chili and fried shallots, and serve.