✅ I.Ingredient List
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan) | 400-500 g | |
| Garlic | ~15 g | Minced |
| Ginger | ~10 g | Julienned |
| Cooking Oil | 30 ml | |
| Boiling Water |
🧂II. Seasoning Sauce Mix (Golden Ratio)
| Seasoning | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Oyster Sauce | 15 g | For umami |
| Light Soy Sauce | 10 g | For seasoning |
| Salt | 2 g | Adjust to taste |
| Sugar | 3 g | Balances bitterness, enhances flavor |
| White Pepper Powder | 1 g | Adds aroma |
| Water or Stock | 20 g | Dilutes sauce for even coating |
⚠️ Mix all seasoning ingredients above in a small bowl in advance for quick use during cooking.
👨🍳 III.Cooking Instructions
- Prep the Gai Lan 🌿
- Remove old leaves and tough ends from the Gai Lan. If the stems are thick or have fibrous skin, it’s best to peel them with a peeler. This is key for a crisp texture without stringiness.
- Wash the prepped Gai Lan thoroughly. Soaking in lightly salted water for 10 minutes can help remove potential pesticide residue.
- Drain well. You can separate the stems and leaves, or cut thicker stems into diagonal sections. This helps them heat evenly and absorb flavors better.
- Blanching (Key Step) 💧
- Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt and a few drops of cooking oil.
- First, blanch the stems for about 30-45 seconds.
- Then add the leaves and continue blanching for another 15-30 seconds.
- Total blanching time should not exceed 60 seconds. Remove immediately once the leaves turn bright green. Quickly plunge them into an ice bath or cold water to stop the cooking process. This step locks in the vibrant color and crisp texture. Drain thoroughly afterwards.
- Aromatics & Stir-Frying 🔥
- Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until hot (~160°C / 320°F).
- Add the minced garlic and julienned ginger. Stir-fry briefly until fragrant (about 20-30 seconds), taking care not to burn them.
- Immediately add the well-drained Gai Lan. Increase heat to high and stir-fry quickly for about 1 minute.
- Seasoning & Serving 🧂
- Pour the pre-mixed seasoning sauce along the side of the wok. Quickly toss and stir-fry over high heat to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Work quickly – the entire stir-frying process after adding the Gai Lan should take less than 60 seconds. Once the sauce is evenly distributed, remove from heat immediately and serve. This preserves the best texture and nutritional value.
