Deliciously crisp Tenderstem Broccoli with Oyster Sauce & Garlic is a quick and tasty side dish or light meal in its own right.
Have you tried Tenderstem Broccoli before?
I am obsessed with Tenderstem broccoli. Absolutely obsessed. It started about six months ago when I was watching what I was eating as part of my wedding diet.
I’ve always liked broccoli, but Tenderstem broccoli is on another level. The stems are delicious and as the same suggests – tender!
It also has a slightly different taste to normal broccoli which is hard to describe so you will need to try it for yourself if you haven’t already. I haven’t eaten normal broccoli in years!
A quick and easy recipe
This is such a quick and easy dish. It really takes no time at all which makes it a great side dish for a midweek meal. I think it would go particularly well with simple grilled meat or fish. I have also had it numerous times for a light lunch.
If you’re looking for other Tenderstem broccoli recipes, have a look at my Roasted Parmesan Tenderstem Broccoli.
Can this be made gluten free and vegetarian?
Yes it can be. You can buy gluten free oyster sauce which I believe is become more readily available in large supermarkets.
If you would like to make this vegetarian, you can buy vegetarian oyster flavoured sauce. You may have to visit your local oriental supermarket to pick this up though.
Tenderstem Broccoli with Oyster Sauce & Garlic cooking tips
I am a huge fan of adding salt to vegetables when they are cooking. For this recipe, don’t be tempted to add any. The oyster sauce is quite salty itself which is all the seasoning you need.
You can add as much chilli garlic sauce as you like. I only wanted a slight heat so I only put a small amount in. If you want to add a bit more heat I would add half a teaspoon.
If you don’t have any chilli garlic sauce you can always finely slice a red chilli.
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Tenderstem Broccoli with Oyster Sauce & Garlic
Deliciously crisp Tenderstem Broccoli with Oyster Sauce & Garlic is a quick and tasty side dish or light meal in its own right.
Ingredients
- 150 g Tenderstem broccoli
- 2 tsp sunflower oil
- 1 tsp finely diced garlic
- 1 ½ tbsp oyster sauce
- ¼ tsp garlic chilli sauce
- Sprinkling of sesame seeds
Instructions
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Heat the oil in a frying pan on medium heat and when hot, add the Tenderstem broccoli. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes allowing the stems to get slightly brown and toasted
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Add the garlic, oyster sauce and garlic chilli sauce and cook for a further 2-3 minutes. Add a splash of water if the broccoli tops are getting a bit too crisp
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Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds
Recipe Notes
Nutritional information is given as a guide only and my vary.
Debs Sach says
Omg why did I wait so long to cook this, it was amazing xxxx
Cat says
You’ll be as obsessed with Tenderstem Broccoli as I am soon! Glad you liked it and thanks for sharing the photo with me!xx
Janice says
This was delicious. I love how easy it is to make. I got the garlic and sauces ready in advance and it was a matter of minutes to bring together a really good Asian side dish. You may be converting me to tenderstem.
Curly says
Thank you so much Janice! So pleased you liked it – tenderstem is life!
Patrick Griffin says
What does 1/4 garlic sauce mean? 1/4 cup?
Curly says
Hi Patrick, it is 1/4 tsp. I’ve updated the recipe, thanks for pointing it out.