Money Plant (Sayur Manis) - 马尼菜

Flavour & Texture: Mildly sweet and earthy with tender, slightly succulent leaves. One of the most nutritious leafy greens in Southeast Asian cooking — fresh, clean, and satisfying.

How to Use:

🥬 Stir-fry — The classic preparation. Toss with garlic, sambal, or belacan over high heat for a quick, flavourful side dish.

🍲 Soups & broths — Drop leaves into clear soups or ABC soup in the last minute of cooking for a nutritious boost.

🍳 Eggs & omelettes — Fold into scrambled eggs or a simple omelette for a wholesome everyday meal.

🍚 Rice & noodles — Serve alongside nasi lemak, porridge, or noodle dishes as a fresh, wilted green.

Pro tip: Add sayur manis only at the very end of cooking — it wilts in under a minute. Overcooking makes it slimy and loses its natural sweetness.

Storage: Keep refrigerated in a loosely sealed bag and use within 2–3 days for the freshest flavour and texture.