Wombok with bacon & green beans
Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make dish with Wombok, crispy bacon, and fresh green beans. This recipe combines Chinese cabbage with garlic and spicy red chili peppers for a flavorful, low-calorie meal perfect for any occasion. Ready in minutes with simple ingredients for a satisfying, healthy dinner option.
- 22 Mar 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
Wombok with bacon and green beans is a delicious and quick stir-fry recipe that combines the savory flavors of bacon with the fresh crunch of green beans and Chinese cabbage. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner as it is easy to prepare and packed with nutrients. The added garlic and red hot chili peppers provide a kick of spice, making this a flavorful addition to your meal rotation.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Chop the bacon into small pieces.
- Trim and halve the green beans.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Slice the red hot chili peppers.
- Roughly chop the Chinese cabbage.
- Spray a large skillet or wok with a short burst of cooking spray oil.
- Heat the skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped bacon to the skillet.
- Cook the bacon, stirring occasionally, until it becomes crispy and brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set it aside. Leave the rendered bacon fat in the skillet for added flavor.
- In the same skillet, add the green beans and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until they start to become tender but still slightly crisp.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Add the sliced red hot chili peppers to the skillet.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the peppers to impart their heat into the dish.
- Add the roughly chopped Chinese cabbage to the skillet.
- Stir-fry everything together for about 3-4 minutes, until the cabbage is wilted and tender.
- Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and toss to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
- Transfer the wombok with bacon and green beans to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Tips:
- Ensure that your ingredients are prepped and ready before you start cooking, as stir-frying is a fast process.
- To retain the crunchiness of the green beans, consider blanching them in boiling water for a couple of minutes before stir-frying.
- If you prefer a milder taste, you can reduce the amount of chili peppers or remove the seeds before chopping.
- Choose a good quality bacon, as it significantly impacts the overall flavor of the dish. You can also opt for turkey bacon for a lower-fat alternative.
- Stir-fry the vegetables on high heat to maintain their color and crunch, and add the garlic towards the end to avoid burning.
Wombok with bacon and green beans is a simple yet flavorful dish that can be made in under 30 minutes. The combination of crispy bacon, tender green beans, and crunchy wombok creates a delightful textural contrast. By following the tips and steps provided, you can easily whip up this delicious stir-fry, making it a great addition to your repertoire of quick and healthy meals.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 180 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 210kcal | 11% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 16g | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 8g | 2% |
| Fiber 2.49g | 7% |
| Sugar 3.66g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 14g | 16% |
| Saturated 4.54g | 15% |
| Cholesterol 36mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 170ug | 19% |
| Choline 50mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 0.30mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 0.21mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 4.90mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 0.52mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B9 66ug | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 0.41ug | 17% |
| Vitamin C 60mg | 70% |
| Vitamin E 0.59mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 55ug | 46% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 90mg | 7% |
| Copper, Cu 0.12mg | 14% |
| Iron, Fe 1.66mg | 15% |
| Magnesium, Mg 44mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus, P 200mg | 16% |
| Potassium, K 530mg | 16% |
| Selenium, Se 20ug | 36% |
| Sodium, Na 680mg | 45% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.47mg | 13% |
| Water | |
| Water 140g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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