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Ginger‑Garlic Spinach Stir‑Fry (Vegan, Gluten‑Free)

Prep 5 min Cook 7 min Difficulty 2/5

Bright, 10-minute ginger-garlic spinach stir-fry — vegan, gluten-free, low-carb. Simple ingredients and quick steps for a healthy side.

Why this recipe works

A fast, savory Ginger-Garlic Spinach Stir-Fry that's vegan, gluten-free and low-carb. It's ideal for weeknight sides, meal prep, or anyone needing a quick, nutrient-dense vegetable dish.

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Key takeaways

Ready in under 15 minutes with minimal ingredients.
Cook spinach in batches to keep color and texture.
Easy to adapt with vinegar, chili, or protein added.

Recipe guide

A fast, savory Ginger-Garlic Spinach Stir-Fry that's vegan, gluten-free and low-carb. It's ideal for weeknight sides, meal prep, or anyone needing a quick, nutrient-dense vegetable dish.

A bright, 10-minute spinach stir-fry with ginger, garlic and toasted sesame.

  • Ready in under 15 minutes with minimal ingredients.
  • Cook spinach in batches to keep color and texture.
  • Easy to adapt with vinegar, chili, or protein added.

Ingredients

1 bag fresh spinach (about 8–10 oz), 2 tbsp sesame oil, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp gluten-free tamari, 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, pinch of salt.

Quick steps

Rinse and dry spinach; remove thick stems. Mix minced garlic, grated ginger and tamari in a small bowl. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add garlic-ginger mixture and stir 20–30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach in batches, tossing to wilt before adding more. Pour remaining tamari, cook 1–2 minutes until bright and tender. Season with a pinch of salt, transfer to a dish and sprinkle sesame seeds.

Timing, servings & tips

Prep: 5 min • Cook: 7 min • Difficulty: Easy • Serves 2–4. Tip: Dry spinach well to avoid steaming; use a hot pan and add spinach in batches for even wilting. Variation: add a splash of rice vinegar or a pinch of red pepper flakes for brightness or heat.

Ingredients

  • 1 bag fresh spinach
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 clove garlic
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp gluten-free tamari
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry spinach thoroughly, removing any thick stems.
  2. Mince garlic and grate ginger together into a small bowl; mix with tamari.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add minced garlic and ginger mixture and stir-fry 20–30 seconds until fragrant, not browned.
  5. Add spinach in batches, tossing to wilt before adding more so it cooks evenly.
  6. Pour remaining tamari over spinach and toss to coat, cooking 1–2 minutes until tender but still bright green.
  7. Season with a pinch of salt, taste and adjust if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
  9. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the spinach and serve immediately.

FAQs

Can I use frozen spinach? Yes — thaw and squeeze out excess water, then reduce oil slightly and cook a bit longer to evaporate moisture.
Is tamari necessary? Tamari adds savory saltiness; substitute with low-sodium soy sauce if not gluten-free, or a splash of coconut aminos.
How to keep spinach bright green? Cook quickly over high heat, add spinach in batches, and avoid overcooking — remove from heat as soon as leaves are tender.