This Man's Cook Garlic Chives and Onion Stir-Fry

A Chinese-style side dish that's ready in 5 minutes, featuring sweet onions stir-fried in chili oil and crisp garlic chives tossed with a spicy doubanjiang sauce.

Ingredients needed 2 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Using chili oil and doubanjiang instead of regular cooking oil gives this dish a deep, authentic Chinese flavor and a hint of smokiness that you won’t find in regular vegetable stir-fries.
  • Avoid overcooking the garlic chives—too much heat will cause them to lose moisture and become tough, so keep cooking time under 2 minutes to preserve their crisp texture.
  • If chili oil isn't available, you can substitute with regular cooking oil, but do not skip doubanjiang—it’s essential for the dish’s signature flavor.

Recommended for

  • Those looking for a fresh twist on the usual soy sauce-based onion stir-fry, wanting something bold and spicy with a Chinese flair.
  • Fans of the crisp, pungent bite of garlic chives paired with sweet onions.
  • Anyone needing a quick, spicy, light snack or appetizer to satisfy their cravings late at night.

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