Broccoli Noodle Stir-Fry

By carvalhohm

Here's a fresh, innovative, and extra-simple recipe that shaves meal preparation to mere minutes. Combine fresh broccoli and ramen noodles for this 20-minute side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 3-ounce package chicken-flavored Ramen noodles
• 1 cup warm water
• 2/3 cup cold water
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon rice wine or white vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• Bias-sliced carrots (optional)

Details

Servings 4
Cooking time 20mins
Adapted from recipe.com

Preparation

Step 1

1.Break noodles into pieces; reserve seasoning packet. Place noodles in 1-quart microwave-safe casserole. Add 1 cup warm water. Micro-cook, uncovered, on 100% power (high) for 2 to 3 minutes or until noodles are softened, stirring twice; drain.

2.For sauce, in small bowl combine seasoning packet, 2/3 cup cold water, cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar, and red pepper. Set aside. In large skillet heat sesame and cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli; stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir sauce; add sauce and noodles to skillet. Cook and stir until bubbly; cook and stir 1 minute more.