Broccoli Stems Stir-fried with Peanuts
Broccoli Stems Stir-fried with Peanuts
Ingredients
For the Stir-fry
- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli stems, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch thick coins
- 1/2 cup peanuts, roasted, unsalted, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or peanut oil
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste, optional
- 2 tablespoons water, or vegetable broth
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the broccoli stems: Carefully peel the tough outer layer of the broccoli stems using a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife. Once peeled, cut the stems into uniform 1/4-inch thick coins. This ensures even cooking.
⏱️ 8 min
- 2
Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, granulated sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the water or vegetable broth and whisk until the sugar is dissolved. Set the sauce aside.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Heat the wok: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until it is shimmering and just beginning to smoke lightly.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Stir-fry aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Stir-fry quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Cook broccoli stems: Add the prepared broccoli stem coins to the wok. Stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, tossing frequently, until the stems are tender-crisp and slightly browned at the edges. They should still have a slight bite.
⏱️ 7 min
- 6
Combine with sauce and peanuts: Pour the prepared sauce over the broccoli stems in the wok. Add the chopped peanuts. Toss everything together vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat all the broccoli stems and peanuts evenly.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Serve: Remove the wok from the heat and transfer the stir-fried broccoli stems and peanuts to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.
⏱️ 1 min
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Broccoli Stems Stir-fried with Peanuts
Ingredients
For the Stir-fry
- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli stems, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch thick coins
- 1/2 cup peanuts, roasted, unsalted, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or peanut oil
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste, optional
- 2 tablespoons water, or vegetable broth
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the broccoli stems: Carefully peel the tough outer layer of the broccoli stems using a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife. Once peeled, cut the stems into uniform 1/4-inch thick coins. This ensures even cooking.
⏱️ 8 min - 2
Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, granulated sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the water or vegetable broth and whisk until the sugar is dissolved. Set the sauce aside.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Heat the wok: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until it is shimmering and just beginning to smoke lightly.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Stir-fry aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Stir-fry quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Cook broccoli stems: Add the prepared broccoli stem coins to the wok. Stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, tossing frequently, until the stems are tender-crisp and slightly browned at the edges. They should still have a slight bite.
⏱️ 7 min - 6
Combine with sauce and peanuts: Pour the prepared sauce over the broccoli stems in the wok. Add the chopped peanuts. Toss everything together vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat all the broccoli stems and peanuts evenly.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Serve: Remove the wok from the heat and transfer the stir-fried broccoli stems and peanuts to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.
⏱️ 1 min