Spinach and Bacon Stir-fry
Super Easy Rice Thief! Baek Jong Won’s Spinach and Bacon Stir-fry Recipe That Even Kids Love
I stumbled upon some incredibly fresh spinach and decided it was the perfect time to cook with it. If you’re someone who often ends up throwing away spinach, today’s recipe will open up a whole new world of spinach dishes for you! This simple yet elegant spinach and bacon stir-fry is a hit with both adults and children. You’ll feel incredibly proud watching even picky eaters devour this dish. It’s almost magical how quickly the spinach disappears! Based on Chef Baek Jong Won’s recipe, try this super easy, rice-stealing dish to capture the hearts of your whole family!
Key Ingredients
- 300g Fresh Spinach
- 200g Delicious Bacon
- 3-4 cloves Aromatic Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Savory Cooking Oil
- A pinch of Flavor-enhancing Salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Thoroughly wash the fresh spinach under running water multiple times. Don’t discard the root part of the spinach; it’s rich in nutrients and has a natural sweetness, so it’s best to use it together.
Step 2
Especially, the spinach roots are concentrated with various nutrients, so be sure to include them in your stir-fry for a healthier and tastier dish.
Step 3
Finely mince the garlic and cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces. Mincing fresh garlic cloves will bring out a much richer garlic aroma! (Chef Baek’s Tip: If you chop the bacon very finely, kids won’t be able to pick out just the bacon and will enjoy it more with their rice.) If you have plenty of bacon in your freezer, don’t hesitate to add generously for a more abundant flavor.
Step 4
Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic; it’s important to cook it until its aroma fully develops. Since bacon will release its own fat, use only a small amount of oil initially to focus on infusing the garlic flavor.
Step 5
Once the garlic turns golden brown, its pungent smell subsides, and a nutty aroma emerges, add the prepared bacon and stir-fry together. When the bacon starts releasing its delicious fat, slightly increase the heat to medium-high and stir-fry until the bacon is nicely browned. At this point, add just a pinch of salt. Since bacon is inherently salty, use minimal salt and adjust the seasoning later to your preference.
Step 6
When the bacon turns a tempting brown color, add the thoroughly washed spinach. Gently toss with chopsticks to combine. Ensure the spinach doesn’t clump together and is evenly mixed with the bacon.
Step 7
As soon as the spinach wilts slightly and becomes tender, turn off the heat immediately. Toss the spinach a couple more times using the residual heat from the pan, and your perfect spinach and bacon stir-fry is complete. Be cautious not to overcook, as this can diminish the fresh texture of the spinach.
Step 8
This is a truly simple yet incredibly delicious dish! Even without blanching the spinach separately, the savory and rich flavor from the bacon creates a fantastic harmony with the natural taste of the spinach.
Step 9
This delightful spinach and bacon stir-fry is a versatile dish, perfect as a hearty side for rice or even as a tasty snack with drinks.
Step 10
It’s even more appealing because you can enjoy the crisp texture of the spinach alongside the rich flavor of the bacon. The combination of these two ingredients creates a perfectly balanced taste, making each bite a delightful harmony you won’t be able to stop eating.
Step 11
It’s natural for children to dislike spinach when they’re young, but parents always wish for their children to eat more healthy vegetables. After making this spinach and bacon stir-fry, my children ate it up so enthusiastically, it felt like they consumed a year’s worth of spinach in one go! You must try this super simple, rice-thief-worthy bacon and spinach stir-fry!
