Cherry & Dennis Recipes
Indonesian Water Spinach with Shrimp Paste
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Recipe overview
Indonesian tumis kangkung terasi quickly stir-fries water spinach with garlic, shallots and shrimp paste for a crisp, savoury family side dish.
01
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 500 g Water spinach
Seasoning
- 1 tsp shrimp paste
- 3 clove garlic
- 2 piece shallots
- 1 piece red pepper, optional, for colour only
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 60 ml water
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- to taste salt
02
Tools
- knife
- cutting board
- mixing bowl
- small bowl
- measuring cup
- measuring spoons
- colander
- wok
- spatula
- serving plate
03
Steps
Step 1
Inspect Kangkung
Inspect the water spinach and discard yellow or damaged leaves.
Step 2
Wash Kangkung
Wash the water spinach thoroughly, drain, and cut into 8 cm lengths.
Step 3
Prepare Aromatics
Mince garlic, slice shallots, and slice the red pepper.
Step 4
Mix Seasoning
Mix shrimp paste, water, sugar and salt in a small bowl.
Step 5
Heat Wok
Heat the wok for 1 minute over high heat, then add the oil.
Step 6
Saute Aromatics
Stir-fry garlic and shallots for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 7
Cook Shrimp Paste
Add shrimp paste and stir-fry for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Step 8
Add Stems
Add the thicker water-spinach stems and stir-fry for 90 seconds.
Step 9
Add Leaves
Add the leafy tops and red pepper and toss for 1 minute.
Step 10
Add Seasoning
Pour in the mixed seasoning and toss for 60โ90 seconds.
Step 11
Check Doneness
Cook 30 seconds more until the stems are crisp-tender and leaves wilted.
Step 12
Serve
Turn off the heat and serve immediately.
Common mistakes
- Do not add every ingredient at once; follow the sequence so each component reaches the correct doneness.
Tips
Taste immediately before serving because prepared sauces vary in saltiness.
