Simple Broccoli Stir-fry Recipe

Name: Simple Broccoli Stir-fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large bunch broccoli (about1 1/2 pounds); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable or peanut oil; 1 scallion, chopped; 2 to 3 cloves garlic, chopped (about 2 teaspoons); 1 -inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped (about 2 teaspoons); Pinch to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; Cooked white or brown rice, for serving

Servings: persons

1 large bunch broccoli (about1 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable or peanut oil
1 scallion, chopped
2 to 3 cloves garlic, chopped (about 2 teaspoons)
1 -inch piece ginger, peeled and chopped (about 2 teaspoons)
Pinch to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Cooked white or brown rice, for serving

1
Trim the florets off the broccoli, and cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch pieces.
2
Peel the broccoli stalks with a vegetable peeler to remove the tough outer skin, and slice 1/4 inch thick on the diagonal.
3
Set aside.
4
Whisk together 1/2 cup water, soy sauce, cornstarch and sugar in a small bowl.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat a large wok over high heat.
7
Add 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil, and swirl to coat the wok.
8
Once the oil begins to smoke, add the broccoli florets and stems.
9
Cook, stirring constantly, until browned around the edges, about 2 minutes.
10
Add 2 tablespoons of water to steam the broccoli, and cook, stirring constantly, until tender, about 2 minutes more.
11
Push the broccoli to the edges of the pan, forming an empty well in the center.
12
Add the remaining 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, then the scallions, garlic, ginger and pepper flakes, and stir until aromatic, 30 to 45 seconds.
13
Add the soy mixture, and stir until the sauce has thickened and the broccoli is coated, about 30 seconds.
14
Remove from the heat, add the sesame oil and stir to coat.
15
Serve with rice.

171

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large bunch broccoli (about1 1/2 pounds), 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Simple Broccoli Stir-fry falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Simple Broccoli Stir-fry

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