Stir-fried broccoli with garlic and oyster sauce

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Stir-fried broccoli with garlic and oyster sauce is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish featuring crisp-tender broccoli florets tossed in a savory, umami-rich sauce made from oyster sauce, garlic, and sometimes soy sauce. It is a popular side dish in Chinese and broader Asian cuisine, known for its quick cooking time and vibrant flavors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is relatively low in carbohydrates and moderate in fat, with the oyster sauce adding a small amount of protein. It provides key nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber from the broccoli, and a typical serving contains around 100-150 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin C	80 mg
Vitamin K	110 mcg
Vitamin A	250 IU
Folate	60 mcg
Potassium	350 mg
Calcium	55 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (156 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish exemplifies the Chinese culinary principle of 'wok hei' (breath of the wok), where high-heat stir-frying imparts a smoky flavor. Nutritionally, the combination of broccoli's antioxidants with the umami from oyster sauce creates a flavorful yet health-conscious meal that balances taste and nutrition.