How to Make a Delicious Stir-Fried Broccoli: Simple Home Cooking Guide

Q: Can I use different vegetables in this stir-fried broccoli recipe?
A: Absolutely! Feel free to add or substitute vegetables based on your preference or availability.

Q: Is there a substitute for chicken essence in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use vegetable stock powder or simply omit it for a more natural flavor.

Q: What’s the purpose of blanching the broccoli and carrots?
A: Blanching helps to soften the vegetables slightly and retain their vibrant colors, making them more appealing and easier to stir-fry.

Simple Stir-Fried Broccoli

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Notes

Ingredients:

• 1 Broccoli (serving for one)
• Suitable amount of salt
• Suitable amount of cooking oil
• 5 cloves of garlic
• Suitable amount of chicken essence (optional)
• Suitable amount of starch
• 2 small chili peppers
• 1/4 carrot

Instructions:

1. Break the broccoli into small florets and cut the carrot into appropriate-sized pieces.
2. Peel and finely chop the garlic; slice the chili peppers.
3. Blanch the broccoli and carrot in boiling water.
4. Mix chicken essence (if using), starch, and a suitable amount of water.
5. Heat oil in a frying pan and sauté the garlic and chili pepper slices until fragrant.
6. Stir-fry briefly and then add the mixture of chicken essence and starch to thicken the sauce. Serve immediately once the sauce thickens.

Nutrition:

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from broccoli and carrots
• Low in calories, making it a healthy side dish
• Can be adjusted for lower sodium by reducing salt and chicken essence