Simple Stir-Fried Broccoli
Bright, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this Simple Stir-Fried Broccoli recipe is the perfect side dish for busy weeknights. Featuring tender-crisp broccoli florets tossed in a savory blend of garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of sesame oil, this dish is elevated with the subtle heat of red pepper flakes and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds. Ready in just 20 minutes, including prep, it’s a healthy, vegan-friendly option that pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or your favorite protein. Whether you’re looking to add vibrant greens to your meal or whip up a quick, flavorful stir-fry, this dish will quickly become a go-to favorite. Keywords: stir-fried broccoli, quick side dish, vegan stir-fry recipe, healthy broccoli recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by washing the broccoli florets under cold water and pat them dry with a towel.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large pan or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Add the minced garlic to the pan, stirring frequently for about 30 seconds, or until the garlic becomes fragrant but not brown.
Add the broccoli florets to the pan and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the broccoli to become bright green and tender-crisp.
Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, ensuring that the broccoli is evenly coated. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper, stirring to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Continue to stir-fry for an additional minute, then remove from heat.
Transfer the stir-fried broccoli to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.3 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1894 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 245 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.
