Spicy Broccoli with Almonds
Elevate your veggie game with this vibrant recipe for Spicy Broccoli with Almonds—a quick and flavorful dish packed with bold spices and crunchy textures! Tender-crisp broccoli florets are sautéed in a mouthwatering garlic and red chili-infused oil, then tossed in a savory-sweet glaze made with soy sauce and honey. A finishing touch of toasted sliced almonds adds a delightful crunch, making every bite irresistibly satisfying. Perfect as a side dish or a light standalone meal, this 20-minute recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with antioxidant-rich broccoli and heart-healthy almonds, it’s an easy way to add a spicy twist to your dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 50 grams almonds, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and pat them dry.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic-chili oil. Let them cook for 2 minutes.
Mix the soy sauce, honey, and water in a small bowl. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and toss well to combine. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp.
Season the broccoli with salt and black pepper to taste, and give it a final stir.
Transfer the broccoli to a serving plate and sprinkle the toasted almonds on top. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.2 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 568 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*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.
