Broccoli smothered in our homemade teriyaki sauce is a family favorite, and it's really healthy. Shhhhh...... You don't have to tell your family and friends that it's good for them, just let them bask in the flavors and the textures. This is the dish that will convert broccoli haters to broccoli lovers. Bonus, the sauce is free of refined sugar and all of the garbage you'll find in most bottled sauces!
If that headliner didn't grab you, then nothing will, so move along.
Just kidding! Don't go, stay, because we believe that this broccoli recipe will change how you feel about one of the healthiest superfoods ever.
HOW TO MAKE BROCCOLI HATERS LOVE BROCCOLI
Why do people hate broccoli, or Brussels sprouts, or cauliflower? Because they think those foods are stinky, mushy, and just plain gross. And truthfully, they are if they're steamed until they're limp, rubbery, and unseasoned, which is how they're usually prepared. Heck, as much as I adore cruciferous vegetables, I'd push away a plate of broccoli if it was served to me as a big steaming pile of nothing special.
However, this broccoli recipe is not mushy, not stinky, not limp, and not gross. It's the complete opposite, and here's why.
HOW TO MAKE STIR-FRIED BROCCOLI WITH TERIYAKI SAUCE
The key to making a crisp and tantalizing broccoli is flash frying it in a teensy, tiny bit of sesame oil. You can use olive oil if you must, but for this recipe, sesame oil is liquid gold.
I use a big cast-iron skillet instead of a wok, because that's how I do, but you can use a wok if you want. Just make sure that you use a heavier pan that heats evenly or your broccoli won't cook evenly.
First - Make the homemade teriyaki sauce. Click here for the recipe.
Second - Cut your broccoli into bite sized florets and heat a tablespoon of sesame oil in a large pan.
Third - When the oil is hot (add a tiny piece of broccoli to the pan, it's hot if it sizzles) add the broccoli and toss it in the oil. Continue to toss for approximately six to eight minutes, or until the stems are just fork tender. Remember, you want a firmer bite, not a mushy one.
Fourth - Add the teriyaki sauce to the broccoli and toss to coat.
Now take a bite and savor the umami flavor of the sauce and the crunch of the broccoli. My mouth is watering just writing this.
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Stir-Fried Broccoli Teriyaki
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Get link in instructions
Instructions
- Make the teriyaki sauce
- Cut the broccoli into bite sized florets
- Heat the oil in a heavy wok or cast-iron skillet
- When the oil is hot (test by adding a small floret to the pan, if it sizzles, it's ready) add the broccoli and toss to coat in the oil. Continue tossing for approximately 6 to 8 minutes, or until just fork tender. (See Note)
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the broccoli and toss to coat.
Mari says
What a great way to make broccoli! I'll be making it today! My kids are not broccoli fans at all so I have to find all kinds of reasons and great ways of making it... thank you for the recipe! <3
Linda Meyer says
Thank you, Mari! If they don't like broccoli prepared like this, then they never will. 🙂
kateringforveggies says
This seems to be a perfect recipe to get my husband to eat broccoli and actually enjoy it! It looks so delicious, thank you!
Linda Meyer says
Thank you! Let us know how that works out. 🙂
Christine @ Run Plant Based says
This looks wonderful, love broccoli and can't wait to try this. Thanks!
Linda Meyer says
Thank you! I love broccoli too, and this is my favorite way to eat it.
Nicole says
Oh jeeze, now you've got my mouth watering too! I love broccoli and I love teriyaki, so I'm all about this recipe!
Linda Meyer says
Happy to hear it, Nicole! Thanks for commenting. 🙂
Strength and Sunshine says
Such a perfect easy veggie side dish!
Linda Meyer says
So easy! Thank you, Rebecca!
Tania | Fit Foodie Nutter says
Such a stellar recipe! Love teriyaki sauce on everything! I imagine it works really well with broccoli x
Linda Meyer says
Thank you, Tania! Yes, it's so good on broccoli.
Kate says
So simple, and so good! I am a broccoli lover for sure, and I don't see how those who don't like broccoli wouldn't like this recipe. Yum!
Linda Meyer says
Thanks, Kate! It's all about the sauce, right?
Rachel says
Hello! Thank you for the recipe. Do you think frozen broccoli would work well in this recipe? I have quite a bit in my freezer right now and am looking for a delicious recipe to use it up in.
Linda Meyer says
Hi Rachel! Yes, you can use frozen. For best results, we recommend letting it thaw before you cook it. Enjoy!