Hot Lettuce

• small head iceberg lettuce↗1
• small garlic clove, crushed↗1
• inch piece gingerroot, crushed1
• tablespoon oil1
• tablespoon hoisin sauce1
• tablespoons dry sherry↗2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Combine hoisin sauce and sherry in a small bowl, set aside.

2. 2

   Tear,DO NOT CUT, lettuce into bite-sized chunks, enough to make about 3 cups.

3. 3

   Rinse under cold water, shake off water and pat dry with paper towels.

4. 4

   Heat oil in wok over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry until golden.

6. 6

   Remove and discard.

7. 7

   Increase heat to high and add lettuce; stir-fry about 30 seconds and then pour in sherry mix.

8. 8

   Toss to coat lettuce. Cover wok and let simmer another 30 second. Lettuce should remain crisp.

9. 9

   Remove and serve immediately.