This broccoli and mushroom stir fry recipe is a quick, healthy, and delicious vegan dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines tender-crisp broccoli and savory mushrooms with a flavorful garlic-soy sauce. Loaded with nutrients and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for plant-based or low-calorie diets. Serve it with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, or button)
2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes, sesame seeds for garnish
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add mushrooms and cook for 3–4 minutes until they soften.
Add broccoli and stir-fry for another 4–5 minutes, until bright green and tender-crisp.
Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Optional: Add cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 minute to thicken.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or red pepper flakes if desired.
Add bell peppers, snow peas, or carrots for variety.
Great over steamed rice, brown rice, or noodles.
For protein, add tofu, tempeh, or edamame.
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