Chao Sigua (Stir-Fried Loofah)

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. canola oil
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced lengthwise
• 1 lb. loofah gourd, peeled and cut diagonally into 1½"-long pieces
• Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste
• Sugar, to taste

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a 14" flat-bottomed wok or nonstick skillet over high heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until golden, 15-20 seconds. Add loofah and 1 tbsp. water; season with salt, white pepper, and sugar. Cook, stirring, until just tender, 30-60 seconds. Serve immediately.