Sautéed Mushroom and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Here’s a simple, flavorful Sautéed Mushroom and Broccoli Stir-Fry you can make in minutes—perfect as a light meal or an easy side dish 🥦🍄

Sautéed Mushroom and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1½ cups mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for freshness)

Instructions

1. Prep the broccoli:
   Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 1–2 minutes, then drain and set aside (keeps it bright and tender-crisp).
2. Sauté mushrooms:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden and lightly caramelized.
3. Add garlic:
   Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Combine:
   Add broccoli, soy sauce, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss well and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
5. Finish:
   Taste, adjust salt if needed, and finish with lemon juice if using.

Serving Ideas

• Serve over rice, noodles, or quinoa
• Add chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a full meal
• Sprinkle with sesame seeds or drizzle with sesame oil for extra flavor

If you want, I can turn this into a low-carb version, Asian-style, or garlic-butter version—just tell me 😊