Best 6 Tender Chinese Broccoli Gai Lan Recipes
Tender Chinese broccoli gai lan is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Stir-frying is a quick and easy method that results in crisp-tender gai lan with a vibrant green color. Steaming is another gentle cooking method that preserves the vegetable's delicate flavor and texture. Roasting brings out gai lan's natural sweetness and caramelizes its edges for a smoky flavor. Whether you choose to stir-fry, steam, or roast your gai lan, you'll enjoy its unique flavor and nutritional benefits.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CHINESE BROCCOLI RECIPE
How to make perfect Chinese broccoli aka gai lan two ways
Provided by Stephanie
Categories Side Dish
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken stock (or water or vegetable sauce), soy sauce, corn starch, Shaoxing wine, and toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
- In a wok or large pan, heat up the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until soft but not brown.
- Turn the heat up to medium high and add the gai lan to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the gai lan is bright green and tender-crisp, about 2-4 minutes depending on size.
- Add the prepared sauce to the pan and let it come to a simmer and reduce slightly.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. While the water is coming to a boil, make the sauce: In a small pot, heat up half of the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until soft but not brown. Stir in oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, and toasted sesame oil. Remove from the heat and set it aside.
- Add the remaining oil to the boiling water as well as a pinch of salt. Add the gai lan and cook, until bright green and tender-crisp, about 2-4 minutes, depending on size. Drain well.
- Serve the gai lan with the oyster sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 kcal, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, Fat 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Cholesterol 0.01 mg, Sodium 358 mg, Fiber 5.2 g, Sugar 2.9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
RESTAURANT STYLE CHINESE BROCCOLI WITH OYSTER SAUCE
Recipe video above. Real Restaurant Style Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce, a classic at Yum Cha (Dim Sum). This sauce is the real deal, and it requires more than just oyster sauce to make it restaurant style! This sauce goes fabulously with any Chinese greens, like bok choy and pak choy.
Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Categories Side Vegetables
Time 8m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Trim ends off Chinese Broccoli. If any stems are super thick, cut them in half (you want all stems approximately the same width).
- Steam Chinese Broccoli using whatever method you want - I microwave in a steamer on high for 4 minutes. The stem should be just cooked - not super soft and floppy.
- Stack the Chinese broccoli together and cut into 4"/10cm lengths, then stack neatly on top of each other.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 208 g, Calories 91 kcal, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, Fat 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 439 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
DIM SUM STYLE GAI-LAN (CHINESE BROCCOLI)
This tastes just like the Gai-Lan that my DBF and I get when we go to Dim Sum on Sundays. It is really easy to make at home. It is similar to regular broccoli but it is slightly milder and has broad flat leaves instead of florets. If you can't find Gai Lan, you can substitute broccolini. The baking soda helps the broccoli retain its green color while cooking.
Provided by cookiedog
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Gai Lan: Rinse gai lan and trim the end of the stems. Bring eight cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan or stock pot. Stir in salt, baking soda, garlic and ginger. Add gai-lan. Cover and simmer about 4 minutes, until the gai lan turns bright green and is tender-crisp. Drain and serve drizzled with the oyster sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds.
- Sauce: Mix oyster sauce with water or broth, mirin and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil to melt the sugar. Remove from heat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.5, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 1870.1, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 0.7
TENDER CHINESE BROCCOLI (GAI LAN)
My favorite veggie is "gai lan," also known as "Chinese broccoli" or "Chinese kale." It is easily found in Asian groceries these days, and I love the stuff! It doesn't taste like North American broccoli, no sir... I haven't been able to pin down exactly what other veggie it tastes like, but I do believe it resembles tender, tasty artichoke heart. Give it a try! The recipe below is how I make it, although you can also steam it.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Trim the gai lan- don't cut off the long, thick stem because, unlike North American broccoli, the stem of gai lan will cook well to become nice and tender; the flowers are also edible so don't remove them.
- Place gai lan in a Dutch oven and fill with plenty of water.
- Add the chopped garlic.
- Bring water to a boil, lower heat, and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes or until the thickest part of the stem is tender.
- Combine the soy, brown sugar, fish sauce, and sesame oil.
- Drain the gai lan and place on serving plate, then drizzle the soy mixture over.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Gai lan is also good with oyster sauce.
GAILAN (CHINESE BROCCOLI) WITH TOFU
Gailan is a great leafy green vegetable that makes for a great stir-fry. Made this for dinner and couldn't wait to have the leftovers the next day for lunch. Serve with rice or tossed with your favorite noodle. I'm not a vegetarian or anything, but like the value and ease of preparation of tofu in place of chicken.
Provided by Seattle Dad
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stir-Fry
Time 42m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place tofu slices between layers of paper towels. Place a baking sheet over the tofu. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top (a container filled with water works well). Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard the accumulated liquid.
- Combine oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar salt, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Whisk sauce until sugar is completely dissolved.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons water with cornstarch in a separate bowl to make a slurry.
- Heat peanut oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ginger and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add gailan; toss to evenly distribute ginger and garlic. Add water and cover; steam for about 2 minutes. Stir in the sauce, tossing quickly to coat. Reduce heat to medium; cook for 1 minute.
- Stir the slurry briefly; add to the gailan. Cook and stir until sauce is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with sesame oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Fat 25 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1651.7 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
EASY CHINESE BROCCOLI
Chinese broccoli is also known as jiè-lán or gai lan. It pairs well with most Chinese dishes.
Provided by kassybee
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pour about 1 inch of water into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Place Chinese broccoli in the saucepan and cover with the lid. Cook until stems are tender, 2 to 5 minutes. Use tongs to transfer to a plate.
- Mix oyster sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil together in a bowl. Drizzle sauce over the cooked Chinese broccoli.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 324.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Choose the freshest Chinese broccoli you can find. Look for broccoli with bright green leaves and firm stalks.
- Wash the Chinese broccoli thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
- Cut the Chinese broccoli into 2-inch pieces. This will make it easier to cook and eat.
- Blanch the Chinese broccoli for 1-2 minutes before stir-frying. This will help to preserve its color and nutrients.
- Use a high-quality oil for stir-frying. This will help to prevent the broccoli from sticking to the pan.
- Stir-fry the Chinese broccoli over high heat until it is tender, about 3-4 minutes. Do not overcook the broccoli, or it will become mushy.
- Season the Chinese broccoli with your favorite sauce or seasoning. Some popular options include soy sauce, oyster sauce, and garlic sauce.
- Serve the Chinese broccoli immediately. It is best enjoyed when it is fresh and hot.
Conclusion:
Chinese broccoli is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Stir-frying is a quick and easy way to cook Chinese broccoli, and it results in a flavorful and healthy dish. By following the tips in this article, you can make sure that your stir-fried Chinese broccoli turns out perfectly every time.
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