Stir-Fried Bitter Greens with Garlic and Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-16 · Updated 2026-06-16

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Quick stir-fried bitter greens tossed with garlic and chili for a pungent, smoky side dish bursting with bold flavors. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs garlic cloves, fresh red chili, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 90 cal/serving

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Ingredients

200g bitter greens (such as dandelion or kale)
4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
1, thinly sliced fresh red chili
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Wash and roughly chop 200g bitter greens into 2-inch pieces, drain well.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering (about 400°F).
Step 3: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 thinly sliced fresh red chili, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 4: Add the chopped bitter greens and sprinkle 1/2 tsp salt; toss continuously with tongs for 2-3 minutes until greens wilt but retain a slight bite.
Step 5: Drizzle 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil over the greens, stir-frying for another 30 seconds until sauce is absorbed and greens are glossy.
Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately as a vibrant, bitter-flavored vegetable side.