Morning glory, known as water spinach, is a popular ingredient in Southeast Asian countries. It grows all over Southeast Asia and is a popular side dish for meals because it cooks up quickly and tastes good. A plate of stir-fried greens is integral to all family-style meals with assorted dishes.
The Chinese name for morning glory translates to “hollow heart vegetable,” as it is named after its hollow and crunchy stems. Other names include ong choy, pak boong, kang kong, and swamp cabbage. In Bengal, it is known as kalmi saag.
Cooking it as a side dish requires some skill to get that wonderfully sweet and crunchy texture. Here’s a recipe to help you make it to perfection.
