Garlic and Chili Stir-Fried Broccoli with Immune Boost

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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A quick stir-fry featuring broccoli, garlic, and chili that packs vitamin C and antioxidants to strengthen immunity during cold season. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 18 minutes, pairs broccoli florets, garlic cloves, thinly sliced, red chili flakes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 90 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 cups broccoli florets
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp water
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
Step 3: Add 4 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 2 minutes, then add 2 tbsp water and cover skillet with a lid to steam broccoli for 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 4: Remove lid, drizzle 1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce over broccoli, and toss everything together for 1 minute until coated and any excess liquid evaporates.
Step 5: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds as a finishing touch.