Chow Gai Laan Jade Green Broccoli
Elevate your stir-fry game with Chow Gai Laan Jade Green Broccoli, a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that harmonizes tender gai lan (Chinese broccoli) and crisp broccoli florets. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between earthy greens and bold, umami-rich flavors, thanks to the aromatic blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Blanching the vegetables preserves their brilliant color and crunch, while a quick stir-fry in sesame oil combines everything into a glossy, savory masterpiece. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy side dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite stir-fried proteins, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or adding an authentic Chinese flair to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Gai lan (Chinese broccoli)
- 200 grams Broccoli florets
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 inch Ginger
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoons White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Wash the gai lan and broccoli thoroughly. Trim the ends of the gai lan stems and cut them into 2-inch pieces. Separate the leaves and stems. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
Mince the garlic cloves and finely grate the ginger.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, water, white pepper, and sugar. Stir until the cornstarch is dissolved and set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Blanch the gai lan stems and broccoli florets in the boiling water for 1-2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the gai lan leaves to the wok and stir-fry for 1 minute. Then, add the blanched gai lan stems and broccoli florets. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetables. Stir well to coat evenly and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer the stir-fried gai lan and broccoli to a serving plate.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1166 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 236 mg | 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.
