Artificial Flavors Free Ginger Garlic Scapes
Garlic scapes are one of those farmers' market finds that most people walk right past, and that's a shame — they're tender, mildly garlicky, and absolutely stunning when blistered in a hot pan. Here, they get tossed with fresh ginger, coconut aminos, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of turmeric for a savory, slightly tangy glaze that clings to every piece. Coconut aminos does the heavy lifting in place of conventional soy sauce, bringing that deep umami flavor without any of the additives or flavor enhancers you'd find in a lot of bottled condiments. Every single ingredient in this dish is whole and recognizable — nothing processed, nothing synthetic, just real food cooked simply and well. The whole thing comes together in one skillet, and the moment that ginger hits the hot oil, your kitchen is going to smell incredible. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the end brightens everything up and keeps the flavors clean and lively. It works beautifully as a side dish or piled over rice for a quick, satisfying meal.
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4 servings
- 1 lb garlic scapes, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and the oil coats the pan.
- 2
Add the garlic scapes and cook, tossing occasionally, until bright green and beginning to blister in spots, about 5–6 minutes.
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