Broccoli and Bean Curd in Oyster Sauce

Source: Florence Levine

1 lb. broccoli

2 T oil

¼ cup bamboo shoots, cut into matchsticks

1 lb. bean curd, cut into half inch cubes

2 T oyster sauce

1 T soy sauce

1 cup chicken broth

2 tsp. shredded ginger

1 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 T cornstarch, mixed with 2 T water


Peel tough stems from broccoli and cut into ½ inch diagonal slices, separate flowerets and parboil about 2 minutes. Drain well.


Heat oil in wok until very hot. Add ginger and garlic. Stir-fry 30 seconds.

Add broccoli and stir-fry 1 minute.

Add bamboo shoots, bean curd, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 2 minutes.

Stir in cornstarch mixture to thicken.

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