Description
Sizzling Chinese Broccoli and Mushroom Stir Fry brings together earthy mushrooms and crisp green broccoli in a quick, flavorful dance of textures. Quick wok magic delivers a delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup sliced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Protein:
- 1/2 lb (225 g) tofu or chicken, cubed
Seasonings and Sauce:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping broccoli into bite-sized florets, slicing mushrooms and onions uniformly, and cutting tofu or chicken into consistent cubes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until it shimmers and appears slightly rippling.
- Add protein cubes and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, ensuring each side develops a golden-brown exterior. Remove and set aside on a separate plate.
- In the same wok, quickly sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for 30 seconds, releasing their aromatic essence without burning.
- Introduce sliced onions and continue stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until they become translucent and slightly softened.
- Add broccoli florets and mushroom slices, tossing rapidly to maintain their vibrant color and crisp texture, cooking for approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Return protein to the wok, then pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil over the ingredients, ensuring thorough coating through vigorous mixing.
- Sprinkle black pepper and continue stir-frying for an additional 1-2 minutes, guaranteeing everything is heated evenly and sauce caramelizes slightly.
- Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking and serve hot, preferably over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Slice vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and professional presentation.
- Choose fresh, firm mushrooms and broccoli with vibrant green color for maximum flavor and nutritional value.
- Maintain high heat during stir-frying to achieve that signature wok-seared flavor and prevent vegetables from becoming soggy.
- Pat protein dry before cooking to help develop a golden-brown crust and prevent excess moisture from steaming instead of searing.
- Swap protein for tofu or tempeh to create a vegetarian version that remains protein-packed and delicious.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for an extra kick of spiciness that complements the savory sauce.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake without compromising taste.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to ensure smooth, quick cooking process typical of authentic stir-fry techniques.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg