Stir-fried mustard greens with garlic
Stir-fried mustard greens with garlic is a classic and simple Chinese home-style dish, most commonly found in Cantonese and broader Southern Chinese cuisine. It features fresh, peppery mustard greens quickly tossed in a hot wok with fragrant garlic, often seasoned with a splash of soy sauce or a pinch of salt to highlight the vegetable's natural flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very low in calories and carbohydrates, with virtually no fat unless oil is used generously in cooking. It is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as dietary fiber and antioxidants, making it a highly nutritious side.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 45 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 350 µg RAE |
| Vitamin K | 120 µg |
| Folate | 80 µg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
Per 1 cup (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Mustard greens are a staple winter vegetable in many parts of China, believed to bring warmth to the body according to traditional dietary concepts. The quick stir-fry method is quintessentially Chinese, designed to preserve the vegetable's crisp texture, vibrant color, and nutritional value.
