Description
A quick and healthy vegetable stir-fry, Sautéed Mushrooms with Broccoli brings together tender mushrooms, crisp broccoli, and a flavorful savory sauce. This dish is light yet satisfying, making it a perfect side dish or a light main course. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an easy go-to recipe for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 200g (7 oz) white mushrooms, sliced
- 90g (3 oz) raw carrot, thinly sliced or cut into matchsticks
- 100g (3.5 oz) fresh broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons (8 ml) oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) light soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon (3 ml) white pepper powder
Sauce & Cooking Oil
- 1 tablespoon starch water (1 teaspoon starch + 2 teaspoons water)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water
- 4 teaspoons (20 ml) cooking oil
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and slice the mushrooms.
- Peel and slice the carrots into thin matchsticks.
- Cut broccoli into small florets.
- Chop the green onion finely.
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Blanch the Broccoli:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt.
- Add broccoli florets and blanch for 1-2 minutes until bright green.
- Transfer immediately to ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Drain and set aside.
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Cook the Vegetables:
- Heat 4 teaspoons of cooking oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chopped green onion and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add carrots and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until moisture evaporates.
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Combine the Ingredients:
- Add blanched broccoli to the skillet and stir well.
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Season the Dish:
- Add salt, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and white pepper powder.
- Stir to evenly coat the vegetables.
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Thicken the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of starch water with 2 tablespoons of water.
- Pour into the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main course.
Notes
- Make It Vegan: Swap oyster sauce for hoisin sauce or extra soy sauce.
- Add More Veggies: Try bell peppers, snap peas, or zucchini for variety.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or microwave on medium power for 30-60 seconds.
- Not Recommended for Freezing: The vegetables may lose texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired