Description
A quick and flavorful Simple Mushroom Broccoli Stir Fry Noodles recipe perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner. Tender wide rice noodles are sautéed with garlic, mushrooms, and vibrant broccoli florets, tossed in a savory and slightly spicy soy-based sauce thickened with cornstarch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish balances wholesome vegetables with bold umami flavors.
Ingredients
Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp chili garlic sauce
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Main
- 7 oz wide rice noodles
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- 8 oz sliced white mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lb frozen broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, brown sugar, water, and cornstarch until fully dissolved. Set aside so the flavors meld and the cornstarch is ready to thicken the sauce later.
- Cook the noodles: Boil the wide rice noodles according to package instructions, approximately 7-8 minutes until tender. Drain well in a colander to prevent sogginess, then set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms and garlic: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add cooking oil, then the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown at the edges, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add broccoli: Toss in the frozen broccoli florets directly—no need to thaw. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and just thawed but still slightly crisp, avoiding overcooking.
- Combine noodles and sauce: Add the cooked noodles and prepared sauce to the skillet. Stir constantly over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the noodles and vegetables, with no excess pooling at the bottom.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions on top and serve immediately for a warm, satisfying dish full of texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use wide rice noodles or any flat rice noodles as preferred; adjust cooking time per package instructions.
- Do not overcook broccoli; it should remain bright and slightly crisp for best texture.
- Adjust chili garlic sauce quantity to suit your desired spice level.
- For gluten-free, ensure soy sauce is tamari or a certified gluten-free brand.
- Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 2 days and can be reheated in a skillet or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
