Broccoli Mushroom Stir-Fry
This easy vegetable stir-fry features tender broccoli and mushrooms coated in a rich, savory sauce. Made in just one pan, it's a quick and delicious meal or side dish.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry
- 16-ounce white mushroom sliced
- 1 ½ pounds broccoli cut into florets
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup water
- oil for sauteéing
For the Sauce
- 4 Tablespoons water
- 3 Tablespoons soy sauce or tamari(GF)
- 3 teaspoons brown sugar
- ⅓ teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Slurry
- 4 ½ teaspoons cornstarch see note #1
- 3 Tablespoons water
Instructions
To Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients until the sugar is fully dissolved, then set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk together the slurry ingredients and set aside.4 Tablespoons water, 3 Tablespoons soy sauce, 3 teaspoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 4 ½ teaspoons cornstarch, 3 Tablespoons water
To Make the Stir-Fry
- Heat 2 teaspoons of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes.3 cloves garlic
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté, adding a little more oil if needed, until tender, and all the liquid has evaporated.16-ounce white mushroom
- Transfer the mushrooms to a plate. Add the broccoli, ¼ cup of water, and 2 teaspoons of oil to the skillet. Sauté over high heat until crisp-tender, about 8-10 minutes.1 ½ pounds broccoli, ¼ cup water
- Return the mushrooms to the skillet. Stir the sauce and the slurry separately to recombine, then pour in the sauce. Add the slurry and continue cooking for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
- Serve immediately.
Tip: If you prefer a softer broccoli, lower the heat and cover with a lid. Let the broccoli steam for another 5-8 minutes, or until tender to your liking. Periodically check and stir as needed.
Notes
- The sauce is naturally a bit thin. For a thicker sauce, add a little extra cornstarch, up to 1 teaspoon.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 121g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 593mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g
