Spicy Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry with Mushrooms

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while tamari is gluten-free.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is a cost-effective substitute.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a healthier thickening agent, while potato starch is often cheaper.

Start by preparing the ingredients for the stir fry.

Slice the large chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.

Cut the stems off the broccoli crowns and break them into florets.

Prepare a marinade for the chicken with 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1 1/2 teaspoons oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon water, and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Mix well.

Let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes to an hour.

Prepare a seasoned soy sauce mixture with 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper, pinch of cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1 1/2 teaspoons oyster sauce. Mix well.

Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.

Add the broccoli to the skillet and stir around, then add a little salt, 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.

Add a splash of dry white wine to the skillet and stir until it evaporates.

Cooking Techniques

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