Mom's Sweet and Sour Broccoli

Transform your dinner table with Mom's Sweet and Sour Broccoli, a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that perfectly balances tangy, sweet, and savory notes. This quick and easy stir-fry recipe features crisp-tender broccoli florets coated in a luscious sauce made from soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a hint of ketchup for that perfect zing. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this versatile dish makes an excellent side or a light vegetarian main when paired with rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for a burst of texture and freshness. Perfect for busy weeknights or adding a healthy twist to your family meals, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the broccoli into bite-sized florets if not already prepared.

Step 2

In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for 30 seconds or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, or until they are slightly tender and bright green.

Step 5

While the broccoli is cooking, prepare the sweet and sour sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, ketchup, and cornstarch. Add the water and mix until smooth.

Step 6

Pour the sauce over the cooked broccoli and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for 3-4 more minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the broccoli is tender but still crisp.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the broccoli to a serving dish.

Step 8

Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a side dish or over rice as a light vegetarian meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(618.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	595.7

Total Fat 32.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1906.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.6g
Protein 20.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.8mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 341.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.8%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 41.7%