air Fryer Chinese Garlic Broccoli
Crispy broccoli with a rich garlic sauce made easily in the air fryer.
Equipment
- Saucepan
Ingredients
For the broccoli
- 1 broccoli crown
- Oil spray
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules
- Salt
- Pepper
For the sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger minced
- 3/4 cup water or broth
- 2/3 cup coconut aminos
- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
- 1/8 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cut broccoli into florets.
- Season with oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Cook in air fryer at 375°F for 8 minutes, tossing halfway.
- Heat oil in a saucepan.
- Add garlic and ginger and sauté briefly.
- Add liquid ingredients and bring to a boil.
- Mix some sauce with cornstarch to create slurry.
- Add slurry to sauce and cook until thickened.
- Pour sauce over broccoli and serve.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
Cut florets evenly for consistent cooking.Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
Stir sauce continuously to avoid lumps.
Serve Tip
Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.Add sesame seeds for extra texture.
Variations
Add tofu or tempeh for extra protein.Use different vegetables like green beans or cauliflower.
Increase spice with chili flakes or chili oil.
Wine Advice
A crisp Riesling complements the garlic and ginger flavors.Pinot Grigio offers a light and refreshing pairing.
Nutrition values
Calories: 300 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 18 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Sodium: 420 mg | Sugar: 9 g