Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. cornstarch
  • 2 tsp. sugar
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. dried red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 4 c. raw broccoli flowerets
  • 2 tsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, thin sliced into rings
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced diagonally
  • 1 1/2 lb. small fresh mushrooms, halved

Method

  • Combine first 4 ingredients. Mix well and set aside. Coat a large skillet or wok with oil. Place over medium-high heat. Stir-fry onions 2 minutes. Add broccoli and carrots; stir-fry 5 minutes. Add mushrooms; stir-fry 2 minutes. Stir in reserved cornstarch mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Makes 8 servings. Each serving contains 77 calories, 1.8 g fat and 4.4 g protein. Exchange is 2 vegetables.