Chinese Broccoli
Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and flavorful Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan) recipe. Ready in under 20 minutes, this dish highlights the natural crunch and bitterness of fresh Chinese Broccoli, perfectly balanced by a savory sauce made with oyster sauce, soy sauce, and a hint of sugar. Stir-fried with fragrant garlic in a hot wok, this vibrant green vegetable maintains its beautiful color and tender texture while soaking up the umami-packed sauce. Serve it as a side dish alongside steamed rice or your favorite Chinese-inspired main course for an easy, authentic addition to your dinner table. Perfect for veggie lovers and fans of stir-fry recipes, this dish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan)
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash the Chinese Broccoli thoroughly to remove any dirt. Trim the tough ends of the stems and separate the leaves from the thicker stalks. Slice the stalks into bite-sized pieces.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, mix the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves, and set aside.
Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface.
Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, making sure it doesn't burn.
Add the Chinese Broccoli stems first (as they take longer to cook) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Then, add the leaves and continue stir-frying for an additional 2 minutes, until the greens are just tender but still vibrant in color.
Pour the oyster sauce mixture over the Chinese Broccoli and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Serve immediately with steamed rice or as a side dish to your favorite Chinese-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.1 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1540 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1030 mg | 22% | |
*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.
