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Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) choy sum (also known as yu chai)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 68g | |
| Calories 305 | |
| Calories from Fat 281 | 92% |
| Total Fat 31.74g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat 2.67g | 11% |
| Trans Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1805mg | 75% |
| Potassium 90mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs 4.16g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.6g | 0% |
| Protein 2.34g | 4% |
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