Stir-fried Chinese greens

Stir-fried Chinese greens is a classic, quick-cooked vegetable dish from Cantonese cuisine, typically featuring leafy greens like choy sum or gai lan. The greens are flash-fried in a hot wok with aromatics like garlic and ginger, and seasoned with a savory sauce, often containing oyster sauce, soy sauce, or rice wine.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very low in carbohydrates and fat, while providing a good source of plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and essential vitamins like A, C, and K. A standard serving is light, generally containing around 80-120 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	45 kcal
Protein	3.5 g
Carbs	6 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	300 mg
Vitamin A	3500 IU
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin K	90 mcg
Calcium	105 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Folate	65 mcg

Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The technique of stir-frying in a hot wok is designed to cook the vegetables rapidly, preserving their vibrant color, crisp texture, and nutritional value—a hallmark of Chinese culinary philosophy that emphasizes freshness and balance.