Description
A flavorful and vibrant stir-fried broccoli dish infused with mustard seeds, curry leaves, ginger, and a refreshing kick of lime, finished with fresh or desiccated coconut for added texture and taste. This recipe offers a quick and healthy way to enjoy broccoli with an aromatic South Asian-inspired twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices and Flavorings
- 3½ tsp mustard seeds
- 3 tbsp fresh or dried curry leaves
- a pinch chilli flakes
- 100g ginger, shredded
- juice of 2 limes
Vegetables
- 4 red onions, thickly sliced
- 800g thin-stemmed broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
Other
- 6 tbsp vegetable oil
- 100g fresh or frozen grated coconut or 3 tbsp desiccated coconut
Instructions
- Heat the oil and add spices: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or saucepan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds, followed by the curry leaves (if using dried curry leaves, add them later with the broccoli), and the pinch of chilli flakes. Stir everything around until the curry leaves stop spluttering.
- Add onions and ginger: Add the thickly sliced red onions and shredded ginger to the pan. Fry on high heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Cook broccoli with remaining spices: Stir in the broccoli and, if using dried curry leaves, add them now. Continue frying over high heat, stirring constantly, until the broccoli is just tender but still crisp.
- Add coconut and lime juice: If using desiccated coconut, soak it in hot water for 5 minutes, drain thoroughly, then add it to the pan. If using fresh or frozen grated coconut, add it directly. Stir everything to mix well, then finish by squeezing in the lime juice to brighten the flavors. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh curry leaves for the best flavor; dried curry leaves can be added later during cooking.
- If you prefer a milder dish, reduce the amount of chilli flakes.
- Soaking desiccated coconut softens it and improves texture in the stir-fry.
- This dish is best served fresh and hot as a side or light main.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: South Asian
Keywords: stir-fried broccoli, coconut, curry leaves, mustard seeds, ginger, lime, vegetarian, South Asian side dish
