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Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic

Crisp-tender gai lan stir-fried with plenty of smashed garlic and a savory mushroom sauce glaze.

16 minEasyServes 490 cal/serving

ChineseSideStovetopVegetarianVeganLow CarbHigh FiberKosher-styleDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chinese broccoli, trimmed
  • 6 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetarian mushroom sauce
  • 2 tsp light soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix 2 tbsp vegetarian mushroom sauce, 2 tsp light soy sauce, 1/2 tsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl to make the sauce.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering.

  3. 3

    Add 6 smashed garlic cloves and fry for 20 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden.

  4. 4

    Add 1 lb trimmed Chinese broccoli stems first, then leaves, and stir-fry vigorously for 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Pour in the sauce mixture, cover with a lid, and steam for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.

  6. 6

    Remove the lid, drizzle with 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, and toss to combine before serving.

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Questions

How do I know when Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until fragrant and lightly golden. Step 5: cook until tender-crisp.

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic?

The entry for Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic calls for 1 tsp toasted sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Is Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic keto-friendly?

A serving of Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic carries 7 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 35 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 7 percent.

Does Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tsp toasted sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy, shellfish and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 7 g of carbohydrate in about 90 calories, with 3 g protein and 6 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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