Adobong Kangkong with Toasted Garlic: A Quick, Nutritious Filipino Stir-Fry
Another quick and inexpensive recipe that is nutrient-dense is the delicious Adobong Kangkong with toasted garlic bits. Since kangkong can be cultivated easily in the Philippines, this Filipino kangkong adobo dish is cheap. To prepare kangkong, pick the best variety that is possibly available. I believe this may be a good option to try if you’re looking for a kangkong recipe. This Adobong Kangkong with toasted garlic bits is not a fancy dish but brings a pack of nutrients and is really yummy and simple to make.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Ready in 15 Mins – Faster than takeout!
🌿 Nutrient-Packed – Kangkong (water spinach) is rich in vitamins A and C.
🧄 Garlicky Crunch – Toasted garlic adds irresistible aroma and texture.
🍚 Versatile – Serve as a side, ulam with rice, or vegan main.
Key Ingredients
- Fresh kangkong – Stems and leaves (tender parts only).
- Soy sauce & vinegar – Classic adobo tang.
- Lots of garlic – Minced for sautéing + sliced for crispy topping.
- Optional add-ons – Chili flakes, oyster sauce, or tofu.
Serving Ideas
🍽 With grilled fish or meat – Balances heavy dishes.
🌶 Spicy version – Add siling labuyo or chili oil.
🍜 Over noodles – Mix with pancit bihon for extra greens.
Pro Tips
✨ Use young kangkong – More tender and sweeter.
🔥 High heat stir-fry – Keeps veggies crisp.
🧂 Substitute fish sauce – For a bolder umami kick.
This Adobong Kangkong with toasted garlic bits is proof that healthy eating can be delicious—garlicky, tangy, and satisfying!
Love veggie adobo? Try our Adobong Sitaw or Ginisang Togue next! 🌿🔥
Enjoy, share, and kain na! 😋
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Adobong Kangkong with Toasted Garlic Bits
Description
Another quick and inexpensive recipe that is nutrient-dense is the delicious Adobong Kangkong with toasted garlic bits. Since kangkong can be cultivated easily in the Philippines, this Filipino kangkong adobo dish is cheap. To prepare kangkong, pick the best variety that is possibly available. I believe this may be a good option to try if you're looking for a kangkong recipe. This Filipino recipe is not a fancy dish but brings a pack of nutrients and is really yummy and simple to make.
Ingredients
Instructions
Preparation:
Separate the kangkong leaves from the stalk, then cut the young stalk approximately 1.5 inches long. Discard the older stalks. Then, thoroughly wash and drain.
Peeled and chopped the spices needed.
Cooking:
In a pan, heat the oil over a medium-high flame. Put the garlic in, then cook until the color changes to golden brown.
Turn the flame down low. Then take out half of the browned garlic from the pan and place it in a clean bowl. Set aside for later use as a garnish.
Add the chopped onion and saute until translucent and soft.
Pour in the soy sauce and vinegar. Allow the liquid to boil. Then add kangkong stalks and cook for a few minutes until a bit soft.
Add the kangkong leaves. Stir, cover the pan and continue cooking for about 1 minute.
Note: Add water if needed.Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the taste accordingly.
Note: Add sugar if desired.Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the toasted garlic set aside earlier.
Serve hot. Share and enjoy the food.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 196kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Sodium 1445mg61%
- Potassium 668mg20%
- Total Carbohydrate 14.9g5%
- Dietary Fiber 4.7g19%
- Sugars 2.2g
- Protein 6.8g14%
- Calcium 13 mg
- Iron 26 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
