Oyster Sauce on Chinese Broccoli Gai Lan
Transform your dinner table with the irresistible simplicity of Oyster Sauce on Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan), a classic Cantonese side dish that's as quick to prepare as it is delicious. Crisp-tender Chinese broccoli is blanched to preserve its vibrant green hue and refreshing crunch, then cloaked in a savory oyster sauce infused with soy sauce, a touch of sugar, and aromatic garlic. A drizzle of sesame oil adds a nutty sheen, perfectly complementing the dish’s umami-rich profile. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as an elegant accompaniment to steamed rice and stir-fried mains. Perfect for lovers of authentic Chinese cuisine, this easy-to-make dish is a surefire way to bring restaurant-quality flavors to your home kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan)
- 3 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Wash the Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan) thoroughly in cold water and trim the tough ends of the stalks.
Step 2
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add 0.5 teaspoon of salt to enhance the color and flavor of the Gai Lan.
Step 3
Blanch the Gai Lan in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until vibrant green and tender-crisp. Remove and immediately transfer to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely and set the sauce aside.
Step 5
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 6
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Step 7
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Step 8
Pour in the prepared oyster sauce mixture and stir for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 9
Arrange the blanched Chinese broccoli on a serving plate and drizzle the oyster sauce mixture evenly over the top.
Step 10
Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil for added flavor and serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (517.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 303.0 |
| Total Fat 21.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2785.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.9g | |
| Protein 8.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 217.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 990.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories