Chinese Broccoli

Chinese Broccoli

This Chinese Broccoli recipe, also known as Gai Lan, is a simple yet flavorful side dish that’s perfect for your Lunar New Year Feast. With tender stalks simmered in a delicious oyster sauce blend, it captures the restaurant-style taste at home. Easy to prepare, this dish not only adds a vibrant green to your table but also a delightful burst of flavor that pairs well with any main course. Enjoy the authentic taste of Chinese cuisine with this quick and satisfying recipe!

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Cook time: 15 min (Prep: 10 min)
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Sauce

Directions

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  • Start by trimming the ends of the leaves off the Chinese broccoli and slicing the ends of the large parts of the stems in half. Simmer some hot water and add vegetable oil and broccoli. Let it simmer for a few minutes and drain it.
    • 2 lb chinese broccoli, trimmed and sliced (907 g)
      (gai lan)
    • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (28 g)
  • For the sauce, combine water, cornstarch, minced garlic, sugar, and oyster sauce in a saucepan. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens. Cook for a few minutes more.
    • 1/2 cup water (120 g)
    • 1/2 tbsp cornstarch (4 g)
    • 1 tbsp garlic, minced (9 g)
    • 1 tsp sugar (4 g)
    • 3 tbsp oyster sauce (45 g)
  • When ready to serve, pour the sauce over the Chinese broccoli.

    Nutrition Information

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    Per serving

    Nutrient
    Amount
    % DV
    Calories
    323 kcal
    16%
    Fat
    17 g
    21%
    Saturated fat
    2 g
    10%
    Trans fat
    0 g
    Fiber
    11 g
    39%
    Carbohydrates
    30 g
    11%
    Sugars
    3.9 g
    7.8%
    Protein
    6.1 g
    12%
    Sodium
    643 mg
    28%
    Cholesterol
    0 mg

    Total (2 servings)

    Nutrient
    Amount
    % DV
    Calories
    646 kcal
    32%
    Fat
    34 g
    42%
    Saturated fat
    4 g
    20%
    Trans fat
    0 g
    Fiber
    22 g
    78%
    Carbohydrates
    60 g
    22%
    Sugars
    7.8 g
    16%
    Protein
    12 g
    24%
    Sodium
    1,286 mg
    56%
    Cholesterol
    0 mg

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