Asian broccoli is the keto broccoli side dish that everyone at the table will love. From stove to plate in 10 minutes this is a quick and easy broccoli side dish will be sure to be on your weekly meal plan.
Here is why this recipe is amazing:
- Low carb broccoli side dish that will satisfy your keto broccoli craving.
- Kick up the heat by adding a pinch of red pepper flake.
Asian Broccoli Recipe Ingredients needed:
- broccoli florets, fresh- approximately 3-4 cups
- Soy sauce - use reduced-sodium if you are watching your sodium intake or use coconut aminos if you are wanting to make this recipe Keto friendly
- Sesame oil
- Rice vinegar
- Brown sugar
- Olive oil
- Garlic - smashed and chopped - or a few cloves of roasted garlic or garlic confit
- Sesame seeds, as desired, optional garnish
Here is a visual overview of the ingredients in the recipe. Scroll down to the recipe at the bottom for quantities.
How to make Asian Broccoli:
- In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar and brown sugar.
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets and soy sauce mixture. Stir until the broccoli is completely coated in the sauce. Set aside.
- Place the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until you reach your desired level of doneness for the broccoli.
- Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
With just 2 grams of net carbs per ½ cup, broccoli is a major superfood that should be a staple on the keto diet, says Suzanne Dixon, RD. It's high in fiber and protein to keep you full and you can use it in just about anything—stews, soups, and keto makeovers of your favorite foods like casserole. Source: Men's Health
Keto Asian Broccoli
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EQUIPMENT
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli (flouretts, approximately 3-4 cups)
- 3 Tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic (smashed and chopped)
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (as desired, optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar and brown sugar.3 Tablespoons coconut aminos, 1 Tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets and soy sauce mixture. Stir until the broccoli is completely coated in the sauce. Set aside.1 head broccoli
- Place the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute3-4 cloves garlic, 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until you reach your desired level of doneness for the broccoli.
- Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.2 teaspoons sesame seeds
Notes
Nutrition
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