Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3/4 lb fresh broccoli
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 medium carrots, cut into very thin strips
  • 1 1/2 lbs small fresh mushrooms, halved

Method

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients; set aside.
  • Separate broccoli in to flowerets; cut stalks into 1/4-inch slices; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet at medium-high heat until hot.
  • Add in onion; stir-fry 2 minutes; add in broccoli and carrot; stir-fry until crisp-tender.
  • Add in mushrooms; stir-fry 2 minutes.
  • Stir in cornstarch mixture; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.