Chinese Style Broccoli
Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and flavorful Chinese Style Broccoli recipe! Packed with vibrant, tender-crisp broccoli florets infused with the savory goodness of garlic, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, this dish is a perfect balance of simplicity and bold flavors. With just a few pantry staples like sesame oil and cornstarch, a silky sauce comes together to coat the broccoli in a glossy, irresistible finish. A quick blanch ensures the broccoli stays green and vibrant, while a fast stir-fry in a hot wok locks in freshness. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch, and serve as a healthy side dish or light main course. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving authentic Chinese-style vegetables.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh broccoli
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash the broccoli and cut it into bite-sized florets. Peel the stems and slice them thinly.
Step 2
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set the sauce aside.
Step 4
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the salt and blanch the broccoli for 1 minute until bright green. Immediately drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Once cooled, drain thoroughly.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6
Add the drained broccoli to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic oil. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Step 7
Pour the prepared sauce over the broccoli and stir well to evenly coat. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and the broccoli is tender-crisp.
Step 8
Transfer the broccoli to a serving plate and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (576.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 456.7 |
| Total Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2921.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.0g | |
| Protein 17.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 275.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1604.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories