Description
Easy 10-min. Chinese Broccoli with Garlic Sauce is a vibrant and nutritious side dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. This quick recipe combines crispy broccoli florets with a savory garlic sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just ten minutes, you’ll have a beautifully glossy dish that not only looks great on the plate but also packs a healthy punch. The umami-rich flavors from garlic and soy sauce enhance the natural goodness of broccoli, creating a delightful addition to your dinner table. Serve it alongside grains or proteins for a balanced, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz broccoli florets
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian stir fry sauce)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp shaoxing wine (or Dry Sherry)
- 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
- 1.5 tsp cornstarch
- 3/4 tsp sugar
- 3/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the broccoli by washing and straining the florets thoroughly.
- In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, oyster sauce, soy sauce, shaoxing wine, sesame oil, cornstarch, sugar, and cold water until well combined.
- Bring a pot of water to boil in a wok or large pan and blanch the broccoli for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Strain the broccoli and transfer it to a serving plate.
- In the same wok, heat the prepared sauce over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Pour the sauce over the blanched broccoli, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching and Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg