Amazing Chinese Spinach Recipe: Easy And Simple

I love spinach and enjoy preparing it in different ways each time. Today, I’m excited to share a special spinach cake recipe that is savory, not sweet, making it a great option for health-conscious individuals. This recipe offers a unique take on Chinese spinach, prepared in a simple yet unconventional way.

It’s an easy recipe that should take about 30 to 35 minutes to complete, and I’ll ensure all the steps are straightforward and easy to follow. So, without further delay, let’s get started!

Chinese Spinach Recipe Recap

Carefully review this section before beginning the actual recipe, paying special attention to the serving size. If you are not cooking for five people, you may want to reduce the quantities of the ingredients accordingly. While it’s possible to save leftovers for later, keep in mind that the taste may not be as fresh.

Course: Side Dish	Cuisine: Chinese		Difficulty:  Easy
Total Time: 30 Minutes
Serving		Prep + Boiling Time	Baking Time	Calories
5 people		15 Minutes	15 Minutes	120 Calories

Tools And Utensils Needed For The Spinach Recipe

The recipe itself is simple, but the list of tools you’ll need is quite extensive. This is mainly because you will require several types of mixing bowls. I have also included everything necessary for the recipe to provide you with a clear and accurate idea of what you’ll need.

• One Frypan
• One Big Mixing Bowl
• One Small Mixing Bowl
• One Steel Strainer
• Measuring Spoons
• One Kitchen Knife
• One Chopping Board
• One Serving Tray

Chinese Spinach Recipe Ingredients 

Except for starch, all elements are common. You should have them in the kitchen. If you don’t have any of the ingredients, then bring them first, then start the recipe.

• Spinach: 50g (A handful of Spinach leaves)
• Salt: 1 tbsp
• Cooking Oil: 2 tbsp
• Egg: 8 pcs
• Starch: 1 tbsp
• Garlic: 7-10 Cloves (Chopped)
• Green Onion: 1 full-length (Chopped)
• Soy Sauce: ½ cup
• Vinegar: ½ cup
• Chili Oil: ½ cup

Detailed Instructions For Chinese Spinach Recipe

The instructions for the recipe are going to be detailed and step-by-step. Let’s start the discussion.

Step 1: Clean and Boil the Spinach

Take a handful of spinach leaves, about 50 grams, and place them in a big mixing bowl full of fresh water and gently wash the spinach leaves to remove any dirt or impurities.

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In a frypan, boil 1.5 liters of water over medium heat. Once the water begins to boil, add 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Stir the water to dissolve the salt and mix in the oil.

Carefully add the washed spinach leaves to the boiling water. Allow the spinach to boil for 10 minutes. Once the spinach is boiled, remove the frypan from the heat. Use a steel strainer to drain the spinach, discarding the hot water.

Let the spinach cool for a few minutes, then gently squeeze the leaves to remove excess water. Place the drained spinach on a chopping board and chop it into 1-inch lengths.

Step 2: Prepare the Egg and Spinach Mixture

In a big mixing bowl, crack 8 eggs. Add the chopped spinach to the bowl with the eggs. Use a whisk or fork to thoroughly mix the eggs and spinach together.

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In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of starch with ½ cup of water. Stir the mixture and then pour the starch mixture into the big mixing bowl with the eggs and spinach. Mix everything together until well combined.

Step 3: Steam the Egg and Spinach Mixture

Transfer the egg and spinach mixture into a baking pan, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform cooking. Then place the baking pan in a steamer and steam over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.

Step 4: Prepare the Sauce

While the spinach cake is steaming, prepare the sauce. In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped garlic cloves, chopped green onion, ½ cup of soy sauce, ½ cup of vinegar, and ½ cup of chili oil. Stir the ingredients together until well-mixed.

Step 5: Serve the Spinach Cake

Once the steaming is complete, carefully remove the baking pan from the steamer. Allow the spinach cake to cool. Now use a cake cutter or knife to cut the steamed spinach cake into small pieces or squares.

Arrange the spinach cake slices on a serving tray. To enjoy, dip each piece into the prepared sauce and take a bite.

Nutritional Facts Of This Chinese Spinach Recipe

This is a healthy recipe. Nothing is unhealthy here. The following values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.

• Total Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 250mg
• Sodium: 950mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 10g

FAQs

You should have many questions before you start the recipe. Here I am providing answers to some possible questions. If you have any other questions, please comment on the recipe.

Conclusion

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