Chinese Garlic Romaine Lettuce (10-Minute Side Dish)
Romaine dipped in boiling water for a few seconds and topped with a sizzling garlic soy sauce. An easy 10-minute Chinese vegetable side dish.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce or 2 to 3 romaine hearts
- 3 tbsp neutral cooking oil including a drizzle for blanching
- 5-6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green onion chopped
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
Instructions
- Wash and separate the lettuce leaves.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a drizzle of cooking oil.
- Working in small batches of 1–5 leaves, dip the lettuce into boiling water for about 2 seconds. Drain well and place on a serving plate.
- Heat the remaining oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and green onion. Sauté for 20–30 seconds, until fragrant and the garlic just begins to turn golden.
- Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce. Stir to combine and immediately turn off the heat.
- Pour the warm sauce over the lettuce. Gently toss and serve immediately.
Notes
Romaine hearts are the easiest choice. Iceberg also works and stays extra crunchy.
Blanch for 2 to 3 seconds. Give very thick ribs a few extra seconds.
For a soy-free version, use coconut aminos and a soy-free oyster sauce alternative.