Description
This Gingery Broccoli-Fry with Cashews is a vibrant and healthy vegetarian stir-fry that combines tender-crisp broccoli and red bell peppers with crunchy cashews, all tossed in a flavorful gingery soy sauce. Perfect for a quick and nutritious weeknight meal, this Asian-inspired dish is served hot over jasmine or brown rice, delivering a delicious balance of spice, sweetness, and texture.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Nuts
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Cooked jasmine or brown rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Aromatics: Warm 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, preparing the base flavor of the dish.
- Cook Vegetables: Add 4 cups of broccoli florets and 1 sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become just tender yet retain a crisp texture.
- Add Green Onions and Cashews: Stir in 1/2 cup sliced green onions and 1/2 cup raw cashews. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes, ensuring even heating and blending of flavors.
- Prepare and Add Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes if using. Pour this sauce over the vegetables and cashews, tossing to evenly coat everything.
- Thicken Sauce (Optional): If you desire a thicker sauce, stir in 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water. Cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and glazes the vegetables.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the gingery broccoli stir-fry hot over cooked jasmine or brown rice, enjoying the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Substitute raw cashews with toasted almonds or peanuts for variation.
- Add cubed tofu, shrimp, or chicken for extra protein.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make this dish gluten-free.
