Oriental Stir Fried Broccoli

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Oriental Stir Fried Broccoli recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Tender-crisp broccoli florets are stir-fried in aromatic sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, then coated in a glossy, savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey. A dash of red chili flakes adds just the right kick, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce clings perfectly to the vegetables. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for an extra burst of nuttiness, and serve this vibrant dish as a healthy side or a plant-forward main over steamed rice or noodles. Packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors and simple to prepare, this stir-fry is a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets.

Step 2

Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 4

Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, allowing them to cook but remain crisp-tender.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, red chili flakes, and water.

Step 6

Pour the sauce mixture over the broccoli and stir to coat evenly.

Step 7

In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 teaspoon of water to create a slurry.

Step 8

Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the broccoli.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the stir-fried broccoli to a serving plate.

Step 10

Garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	577.1 grams (577.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	455

Total Fat 29.90g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.20g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2722mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 37.80g	14%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 10.80g
Protein 20.20g	40%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 256mg	5%

*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: 53.7%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 30.2%