Broccoli, Carrot, and Mushroom Stir-Fry

Here’s a  recipe for a Broccoli, Carrot, and Mushroom Stir-Fry — a simple, healthy, and delicious dish packed with veggies and flavor.

Broccoli, Carrot, and Mushroom Stir-Fry Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup broccoli florets (washed and cut into bite-sized pieces)

• 1 cup carrots (peeled and thinly sliced or julienned)

• 1 cup mushrooms (sliced; button or cremini work great)

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or any neutral oil like canola or sunflower)

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1-inch piece ginger (grated or minced)

• 2 green onions (sliced, optional)

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (adjust to taste)

• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for richness)

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for finishing)

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

• 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

• Red chili flakes or fresh chili (optional, if you want some heat)

Instructions:

1. Prep your veggies:

   • Wash and chop the broccoli into small florets.

   • Peel and slice the carrots thinly (julienne if you prefer).

   • Clean and slice the mushrooms.

   • Mince garlic and ginger.

2. Make the sauce:

   • In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), cornstarch, and water/vegetable broth. Set aside.

3. Cook the veggies:

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

   • Add the minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Add the carrots and broccoli first (since they take longer to cook). Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they start to get tender but still have a crunch.

   • Add the sliced mushrooms and continue stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes until mushrooms soften.

4. Add the sauce:

   • Give the sauce mixture a quick stir (the cornstarch might have settled) and pour it into the pan.

   • Stir well to coat all the veggies.

   • Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and the vegetables are coated nicely.

5. Finish and serve:

   • Drizzle the sesame oil over the stir-fry for that lovely nutty aroma.

   • Toss in the sliced green onions.

   • Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if you want some heat.

   • Garnish with sesame seeds if you like.

6. Serve hot:

   • Serve the stir-fry over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles.

Tips:

• You can swap out vegetables or add tofu or chicken for protein.

• If you want it spicier, add sliced fresh chili or a dash of chili garlic sauce.

• Adjust soy sauce quantity based on salt preference.