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September 21, 2015

Stir-Fry with Broccolini and Shiitake Mushrooms

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Stir-fry with broccolini and shiitake mushrooms is a fast and healthy side dish! Tossed in a spicy sesame chili soy sauce for a flavorful kick.

Stir-Fry with Broccolini and Shiitake Mushrooms | jessicagavin.com #chineserecipe

Do you ever feel a little uninspired when cooking vegetables? You’re not alone. I’ve been looking for interesting ways to incorporate more flavor into healthy green ingredients. Sometimes I feel like when I’m selecting produce at the grocery store, I pick up a bunch of broccolini, and it’s staring at me saying “So, how are you gonna make them love me?” Geez, no pressure! This time I had just the right answer, stir-fried broccolini with shiitake mushrooms and a spicy sriracha sesame soy sauce, boom!

Sriracha hot chili sauce and red pepper flakes are infused into the broccolini | jessicagavin.com

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If there was one irreplaceable tool in my family’s kitchen, it would be the wok. My mom would cook just about everything in it, from shrimp fried rice to steamed Chinese custard buns. It’s the one-pot-wonder that demands constant clanging and stirring, which make it a fun spectacle in the kitchen. The best part is the wok is heated so hot, that the vegetables and sauce cook fast, just don’t walk away too long, or your dishes could get overcooked!

Healthy bowl of Asian broccolini served with mushrooms sesame stir-fry | jessicagavin.com

This beautiful bright green broccolini is a hybrid of broccoli and Chinese kale. The stalks are long and slender, with a slightly crunchy texture, a hint of pepper flavor with a touch of sweetness. I like these a little better compared to traditional broccoli because the crowns never get mushy if cooked too long.

Chinese cuisine of broccolini mushroom sesame stir-fry plate eating chop sticks | jessicagavin.com

To make the greens a little more exciting, diced red bell peppers are added to enhance the pepper notes in the broccolini and give extra crunch. Have you ever noticed that mushrooms almost give a meaty texture and super savory flavor? Yep, that’s exactly why there are added to this stir-fry so that if you’re not adding meat to this dish, you won’t be missing out too much.

Broccolini and shiitake mushroom stir-fry with sesame seeds | jessicagavin.com #chineserecipes

To make the broccolini shine, a spicy red chili and soy-based sauce are stir-fried with the vegetables just at the end of cooking. A mixture of fresh garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, Sriracha hot chili sauce and red pepper flakes are infused together to give the vegetable dish a kick. The sauce isn’t unbearably hot, just a nice lingering heat. So add more or less of the chili sauce to what you can handle. I’m still building up my tolerance, ha.

I could just eat a whole bowl of this broccolini and shiitake stir-fry with a steaming hot bowl of rice and be happy!

What is the proper way to blanch broccolini?

Blanching allows for tougher vegetables to cook very quickly in salted boiling water. This flavors the vegetables and makes them tender in a matter of minutes. To prevent overcooking, a large bowl filled with cold water and ice serves to halt the cooking process immediately. If you don’t do this, the broccolini may go from a beautiful bright green to a more olive green colors and become overcooked. You only need to chill the broccolini for 5 minutes or until cool, then drain before the last stir-fry with the sauce.

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Stir-Fry with Broccolini and Shiitake Mushrooms

Stir-fry with broccolini and shiitake mushrooms is a fast and healthy side dish! Tossed in a spicy sesame chili soy sauce for a flavorful kick.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Side
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 100kcal

Ingredients

Sauce-

  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha, or hot chili sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated

Stir-Fry-

  • 2 bunches broccolini, trimmed, about 12 ounces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cups shiitake mushrooms, stems trimmed, cut in half
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, ¼-inch dice
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced on a bias
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

  • Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl, set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan with salted boiling water, blanch the broccolini until bright green and tender, about 2 minutes.
  • Drain, wash with cool water to stop the cooking process and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a wok or large sauté pan.
  • Add the mushrooms and sauté for 3 minutes or until tender.
  • Add red bell pepper to the pan and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add the cooked broccolini, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the sauce, toss the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Transfer vegetables to a dish. Pour some of the sauce over the top and garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Stir-Fry with Broccolini and Shiitake Mushrooms
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Sodium 952mg 40%
Potassium 8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin A 28%
Vitamin C 80%
Iron 9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Stir-fry with broccolini and shiitake mushrooms is a fast and healthy side dish! Tossed in a spicy sesame chili soy sauce for a flavorful kick.

Filed Under: Chinese, Fast Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Recipes, Sides, Vegetarian Tagged With: bell peppers, broccoli, garlic, ginger, green onion, mushrooms, oil, pepper, red chili, rice vinegar, salt, sesame oil, sesame seeds, soy sauce

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  1. Dani @ Dani California Cooks says

    September 28, 2015 at 4:36 pm

    I definitely shouldn’t have stumbled upon your blog when I was so hungry!! This looks amazing. Pinned immediately.

    Reply
    • Jessica Gavin says

      September 30, 2015 at 2:50 pm

      Thank you Dani!

      Reply

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