Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced button mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a bit of heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
If you’re feeling adventurous or simply need to tweak the recipe based on what’s in your pantry, feel free to substitute the button mushrooms with shiitake or portobello for a deeper flavor. The oyster sauce can be swapped with hoisin sauce for a different taste profile.
Instructions
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, which should take about 1 minute.
- Introduce the sliced mushrooms to the pan, stirring occasionally until they begin to brown and release their moisture, around 4-5 minutes.
- Toss in the broccoli florets, stirring them together with the mushrooms for another 3-4 minutes. You want the broccoli to remain crisp-tender.
- Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce, mixing well to coat the vegetables evenly. Add the red pepper flakes if you prefer a bit of heat.
- Drizzle the sesame oil over the stir-fry, giving it a final quick mix to combine all the flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a nutty finish.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Remember, the key to a perfect stir-fry is to keep the heat high and the ingredients moving. That’s something I learned from countless evenings cooking alongside my abuela, who always had a knack for keeping everything perfectly timed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International