🥦🥕 Broccoli, Mushroom & Carrot Stir-Fry
Description:
This dish is a vibrant, healthy stir-fry packed with crunchy broccoli, tender mushrooms, and sweet carrots, all coated in a glossy, savory garlic-soy sauce. It’s quick, colorful, and full of fresh flavor—perfect as a light meal or a delicious side dish.
🧾 Ingredients:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (sliced diagonally)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp ginger (optional, grated)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for sauce)
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Heat oil in a wok or pan over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic (and ginger if using), sauté until fragrant.
- Add carrots first and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
- Add broccoli and cook for another 3–4 minutes (keep slightly crisp).
- Toss in mushrooms and cook until softened.
- Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Stir well; add cornstarch slurry if you want a thicker sauce.
- Cook for 1–2 more minutes until everything is coated and glossy.
- Serve hot.
❓ Q&A:
Q1: How do I keep vegetables crisp?
Cook on high heat and don’t overcook.
Q2: Can I make it vegan?
Yes, just skip oyster sauce or use a vegan version.
Q3: What can I add for protein?
Tofu, chicken, or beef work great.
Q4: Can I use frozen veggies?
Yes, but thaw and dry them first to avoid sogginess.
Q5: What to serve with it?
Rice, noodles, or enjoy it on its own.