Description
Crisp broccoli and earthy mushrooms dance together in this quick Chinese-inspired Broccoli and Mushroom Stir Fry. Garlic-ginger notes and a savory sauce elevate simple vegetables into a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 2 cups (300 g) broccoli florets
- 2 cups (250 g) mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
Aromatics and Oil:
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
Sauce Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Craft a flavor-packed sauce by whisking soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform liquid. Reserve the sauce for later use.
- Ignite a large skillet or wok with medium-high heat, drizzling oil to create a sizzling surface. Introduce broccoli florets, dancing them around the pan for 3-4 minutes while maintaining constant motion. Splash a hint of water to encourage gentle steaming, rendering the broccoli tender yet crisp. Carefully transfer the vibrant green vegetables to a waiting plate.
- Utilize the same skillet, allowing residual heat to welcome sliced mushrooms. Let them luxuriate in the remaining oil, caramelizing for 4-5 minutes until achieving a rich, golden-brown complexion and tender texture.
- Reunite the broccoli with the mushrooms in the skillet. Sprinkle minced garlic and ginger, creating an aromatic symphony that fills the kitchen. Stir energetically for one minute to release their intense flavors.
- Cascade the prepared sauce over the vegetable medley, ensuring each morsel becomes gloriously coated. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, watching the sauce transform into a glossy, clingy glaze that embraces the broccoli and mushrooms.
- Present the stir-fry on a vibrant serving dish, optionally crowning it with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or freshly chopped green onions. Serve immediately alongside steamed rice or noodles for a complete, nutritious meal.
Notes
- Maximize crispness by ensuring broccoli and mushrooms are completely dry before cooking to prevent steaming instead of stir-frying.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Adjust sauce thickness by adding cornstarch gradually, controlling the final consistency based on personal preference.
- For gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari and select certified gluten-free oyster sauce and hoisin sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg