Broccoli and Mushroom Stir Fry
A quick and healthy stir fry featuring vibrant broccoli and savory mushrooms, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable broth
- 1.5 tbsp light soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.5 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Main ingredients
- 1 lb broccoli (cut into bite-size florets)
- pinch salt
- 2.5 tbsp peanut oil (or any neutral oil)
- 0.5 lb button mushrooms (sliced)
- 4 dried Chinese chili peppers Adjust based on spice preference
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp ginger (minced)
- 2 green onions (sliced) for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the vegetable broth, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water in a bowl to make the sauce.
- Steam the broccoli florets in a steaming basket over boiling water for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Set aside.
Cooking
- Heat peanut oil in a wok over medium-high heat, then add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, ginger, and dried chili peppers to the wok, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in the steamed broccoli and the prepared sauce, mix well to combine, and let cook for an additional minute or two until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving hot.
Notes
Serve this dish hot over a bed of steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or additional sesame oil for extra flavor.