Stir-fried Cauliflower

Stir-fried Cauliflower

Stir-fried Cauliflower is a home-style vegetable dish at difficulty 2/5 (Easy), about 211 kcal. This is a common home-style vegetarian dish with a crisp and tender texture. Ingredients and step-by-step instructions are below, with notes for home cooking.

Difficulty

2 / 5

★★☆☆☆

Easy
Estimated Calories

211 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cauliflower
  • Garlic
  • Salt

Steps

  1. Wash the cauliflower thoroughly and break it into small florets with a knife or hands. Slice the woody stems and set aside.
  2. Peel the garlic and cut it into slices. Set aside.
  3. Add 1000 ml of drinking water to a pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
  4. Add the cauliflower florets and boil for **2-3 minutes** until the color lightens and the texture becomes slightly soft.
  5. Remove the cooked cauliflower and drain the water well. Set aside.
  6. Heat the pan, add 15 ml of cooking oil, and heat over high heat.
  7. Add the garlic slices and stir-fry quickly to release the aroma.
  8. Add the blanched cauliflower florets, turn to medium-high heat, and stir-fry quickly for about **2 minutes** to heat evenly.
  9. Add 3 g of salt and continue to stir-fry evenly.
  10. Pour 50 ml of water along the edge of the pan, cover with a lid, and steam for **1 minute** to ensure the cauliflower is fully cooked and seasoned.
  11. Remove the lid, mix evenly, and serve.

Notes

This is a common home-style vegetarian dish with a crisp and tender texture. It is rich in Vitamin C and fiber. The simple and quick method is suitable for beginners and can be completed in about 15 minutes.

Est. Cooking Difficulty: ★★
Est. Calories: 211 kcal

Calculations:
Determine the number of portions you plan to make before starting. One portion is enough for 2 people (as a side dish).

Per Portion:

- Cauliflower ~300 g (about 1/2 of a medium-sized cauliflower)
- Garlic 2-3 cloves
- Salt 3 g
- Cooking oil 15 ml
- Drinking water 50 ml (for stir-frying)

- Blanching the cauliflower ahead of time shortens the stir-frying time and helps it cook through more easily.
- Stir-frying time can be adjusted according to your preferred texture; shorten the time if you like it crispier.

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