Savory Broccoli and Mushroom Stir Fry

Ingredients

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Cornstarch

2 teaspoons

Honey

1 tablespoon

Sesame oil

1 teaspoon

Soy sauce

3 tablespoons

Fresh ginger, grated

1 tablespoon

Garlic, minced

3 cloves

Mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or button)

2 cups

Broccoli florets

4 cups

Water

1/4 cup

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, cornstarch, and water. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. Add the broccoli florets and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes, tossing frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
6. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and cling to the vegetables.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
8. Serve the stir fry hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.