Garlic Chili Broccoli & Mushrooms Stir-Fry

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes

Ingredients

For the Vegetables

• 4 cups broccoli florets

• 10 oz (300 g) cremini or button mushrooms, sliced

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

• 2–3 red chili peppers, thinly sliced

• 2 green onions, sliced

For the Stir-Fry Sauce

• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)

• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• 2 tbsp water

For Garnish

• Toasted sesame seeds

• Sliced green onions

• Fresh cilantro (optional)

• Extra sliced red chilies

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together:

• Soy sauce

• Oyster sauce

• Hoisin sauce

• Rice vinegar

• Honey

• Sesame oil

• Red pepper flakes

• Cornstarch

• Water

Set aside.

Step 2 – Blanch the Broccoli

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

2. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes.

3. Transfer immediately to an ice bath.

4. Drain thoroughly.

This keeps the broccoli bright green and crisp-tender.

Step 3 – Sauté the Mushrooms

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add the mushrooms in a single layer.

3. Cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until browned.

4. Stir and cook another 2 minutes.

Step 4 – Add Aromatics

1. Stir in:

   • Garlic

   • Ginger

   • Red chilies

2. Cook for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5 – Stir-Fry

1. Add the broccoli to the pan.

2. Pour in the prepared sauce.

3. Toss continuously for 2–3 minutes until the vegetables are evenly coated and the sauce thickens.

4. Stir in the green onions.

Step 6 – Serve

1. Transfer to a serving bowl.

2. Garnish with:

   • Toasted sesame seeds

   • Extra green onions

   • Fresh cilantro

   • Additional sliced chilies if desired

Serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

• Cook the mushrooms first without stirring too often to achieve a rich, caramelized flavor.

• Blanching the broccoli before stir-frying preserves its vibrant color and crisp texture.

• For added protein, stir in tofu, chicken, shrimp, or thinly sliced beef.

• Adjust the amount of fresh chili and red pepper flakes to suit your preferred spice level.

• Finish with a drizzle of chili crisp or toasted sesame oil for extra depth of flavor.

Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~185 kcal

• Protein: 6 g

• Fat: 9 g

• Carbohydrates: 22 g

• Fiber: 5 g

• Sugar: 9 g

• Sodium: 650 mg

Serving Suggestion

This Garlic Chili Broccoli & Mushrooms Stir-Fry is a vibrant, healthy side dish featuring crisp-tender broccoli, deeply caramelized mushrooms, fragrant garlic, fresh ginger, and spicy red chilies tossed in a savory Asian-inspired sauce. It pairs perfectly with steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, fried rice, noodles, or quinoa, and complements grilled chicken, salmon, tofu, shrimp, or beef for a quick, flavorful, restaurant-style meal.