This is kinda an outdated post. But I needed a blog event. A blog event to bring out this ingredient. Weekend Wokking is the one. And taking opportunity of the economic downturn where most people are seen tightening their spending, it makes another rare chance for this ingredient. Just what am I talking about ?
This round, it is hosted by one of my favorite floggers -Noobcook. And what are those greenish bits doing in a "Broccoli" way of things in this round of wokking ? Yes, thou shall not waste those broccoli stems. They can inject a hint of sweet to complement a dish such as Egg and Shrimp Fried Rice, or call it Broccostems Fried Rice.
Egg and Shrimp Fried Rice with Broccoli Stems
Ingredients:
Broccoli stems thinly sliced(see 1st picture), shrimps, eggs, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt and pepper, leftover cold rice
Directions:
1. In lightly oiled pan, fry minced garlic and saute broccoli stems. When vegetable is cooked to tender (yet not overcooked to limpy), set aside.
2. In the same pan, add in some oil, then add in eggs to scramble it. Before the eggs are cooked, add in shrimps and rice and fry the rice (make sure mixed well with eggs and shrimps) at medium-high heat (Note: at low heat, the rice tends to stick to the pan).
3. Add in soy sauce, salt and pepper to taste
4. When fried rice is ready, you can add in the vegetables (and mix well). Note: Make sure you don't add all the gravy of the vegetables in there. Add in some gravy but not all. The rice will just absorb some moisture and flavor of the vegetable, yet not turn wet and soggy
How does it look ?
WHAaat? Using broccoli stems ? Is this poor man's fried rice? Rather, it is a "No-Waste" fried rice. If one can have "Emperor" Fried Rice, why not this as well?
Tag: vegetable, broccoli,fried rice
"thou shall not waste those broccoli stems."
ReplyDeleteYessiree! I love these stems and often use them in porridge too, not just rice... adds a healthy green flavour to chicken congee. :)
The fried rice looks simple and delicious!
ReplyDeleteBroccoli stems are flavorful and crunchy. It would provide the texture to any dish! Now, you made this fried rice more delicious and nutritious, too! :)
ReplyDeleteI use broccoli stem to cook Japanese tofu too...It's a good ingredient.
ReplyDeleteI like the crunchy kailan stems in anything :P
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this is a great inspiration. i have never thought of putting broccoli stems in my fried rice :D
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea. The Egg and Shrimp Fried Rice with Broccoli Stems looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteYou know I love using the ends for Yang Chow fried rice. Such yummy green crispness.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea, to use broccoli stem for fried rice. Thumb up for not wasting the stem. =)
ReplyDeleteBroccoli stems are as good as its florets. Sure no wastage! What a creative idea to use it for fried rice!
ReplyDeleteWow, yummy looking fried rice! I don't throw away the stem too.
ReplyDeleteWith our recent broccoli dishes, I think I actually prefer the stems now. In fried rice is a perfect way to use the stems. Yummy!
ReplyDeleteaww u food goddess! definitely do not waste the stems. i love the stems - reckon they are the best bit :) love this fried rice combo. x
ReplyDeleteI tend to forget about broccoli stems. I need to start thinking about them and this sounds like a good way to use them.
ReplyDeleteThis looks great to me -- I'm one of those people who love the stems more than the florets!
ReplyDeleteohh.. i didn't know we can eat the stems.. D'oh !! stupid me , shall give this a try soon
ReplyDeleteWoah, what a great tip. I am ashamed to admit I am guilty of wasting the stems ... but now I know how to use them :) Thanks for sharing with ww ;D
ReplyDeleteWe usually look for fresh broccoli so that we can eat the stem as well when cooking the stir fried vegetables.
ReplyDeleteHappy weekends!
I love broccoli stems! Why waste it when it's edible and crunchy?
ReplyDeletegimme fried rice everyday,no complaint.yes I used those steam to make kung pao chicken or mix wt stir fry vege!! yummy!
ReplyDeleteOh, you know, I prefer to eat broccoli stems than the "flower" part. Cuz I can be certain that stems can be cleaned thoroughly.
ReplyDeleteI am strange, eh?
this is so cool tigerfish!!and what a beautiful and tasteful way of using those broccoli stems! i love it
ReplyDeleteUsing broccoli steams is a good idea! I love fried rice.. it's always satisfying!!
ReplyDeleteWant some!
ReplyDeleteI love eating the broccoli stems raw.
You are so right about the broccoli stem! I don't throw away them either. And yes it's lovely to use it one fried rice. By the way, your rice looks good!!
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have a great week ahead!
Your blog is a great reference for newbie cooks like me. The pictures are appetizing which make me want to cook more.
ReplyDeleteI love every bit of broccoli. Nothing poor about that recipe!
ReplyDeleteyum! and i agree those stems were meant to be eaten not thrown!:)
ReplyDeleteHow funny! Other than the really tough, root-ish part of broccoli, I try to eat it all.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is using broccoli rabe stems in pasta salads or, like you, in fried rice. It's a very pleasant difference in texture and my friends are always asking what I used.
Broccoli Stems in Fried Rice sounds like the perfect "marriage." When my kids were little, I use to make them broccoli and macaroni (something like pasta salad but sort of a soup:) The florets, they called them trees, were their snack and the stems went in the soup! Great idea tigerfish, Thanks for sharing...
ReplyDeleteoh i always use the stems too. and I just had fried rice with broccoli last night. and yummy I saved some left overs.
ReplyDeleteIt looks fabulous and what a great shot of everything!!
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Happy WS:-)
the fried rice looks yummy
ReplyDeleteFor me broccoli steam is the best part. I will never throw it away. What a good idea to put it in fried rice.
ReplyDeletethat's a very good idea! :)
ReplyDeleteits a gd idea and broccoli is healthy and nutritous!
ReplyDeleteToo funny! I'm terrible and always chop of the florets and throw the rest of the broccoli away! Thanks for showing me the stems can be yummy too.
ReplyDeletelooks so good
ReplyDeleteshrimp or seafood fried rice is our favorite! :) yummy!
ReplyDeletei agree with you, thou shall not waste those broccoli stems... and what a perfect way to use them... :)
ReplyDeleteTotally agree that brocolli stems should not be thrown away! I use that for stir-frying too!
ReplyDeleteNow I crave for fried rice... ;-)
I LOVE fried rice TF! Can i have some please hehe
ReplyDeletewow the crunchiness of the brocolli stems are awesome, great to have you introducing them to us. so lovely as always!
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