Stir Fried Broccoli with Carrot
Stir Fried Broccoli with Carrot is a vibrant Asian-inspired side dish of crisp broccoli florets, sweet carrot strips and aromatic garlic, all stir-fried in hot oil with a pinch of salt. The Thermomix TM7 chops the garlic in seconds and heats the vegetables evenly, delivering tender-yet-crisp results without standing at the hob.
About this recipe
Stir Fried Broccoli with Carrot Thermomix TM7 is the quick vegetable side you'll want on repeat for weeknight dinners. If you search for stir fry recipes or healthy broccoli recipes, this all-in-one kitchen machine version deserves a spot in your meal prep rotation, because it removes the two biggest stir-fry frustrations: unevenly chopped garlic and vegetables that burn while you fiddle at the hob. The TM7 chops the garlic cloves in seconds, grates or slices the carrots uniformly so they cook at the same rate as the florets, and heats the cooking oil with precise temperature control so nothing scorches. Broccoli stays vivid green with a satisfying crunch, carrot adds natural sweetness, and salt ties the flavours together. Serve it alongside steamed rice, toss it through noodles, or top it with a fried egg for a light vegetarian lunch. It is also naturally vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free, making it a dependable choice when guests have different dietary needs.
Preparation tips
- Cut the broccoli florets and carrot pieces to a similar size so they finish cooking at the same moment; the garlic cloves can go straight into the mixing bowl whole and be chopped by the blades before you add the oil.
- For deeper flavour, let the chopped garlic sizzle briefly in the cooking oil before adding the broccoli and carrot, then finish with a splash of soy sauce or a squeeze of lime just before serving.
- Leftover stir-fried broccoli and carrot keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge and makes a tasty next-day filling for wraps or a quick fried-rice base; simply reheat it briefly in a hot pan.
Recipe variations
- Asian sesame variation: add a drizzle of toasted sesame oil and a sprinkle of sesame seeds at the end, plus a pinch of chilli flakes for warmth — the nutty notes pair beautifully with the sweet carrot and broccoli.
- Ginger-soy variation: grate fresh ginger along with the garlic and season the finished vegetables with light soy sauce; this lactose-free, vegan version works wonderfully tossed through noodles for a complete weeknight meal.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Fine garlic in seconds - The Thermomix chops the garlic cloves uniformly in seconds, releasing their aroma without sticky fingers. [Chopping]. [Multi-Function]
- Uniform carrot slices - The TM7 grates the carrots into even pieces so they cook at the same rate as the broccoli florets. [Grating]. [Multi-Function]
- Precise oil heating - The Thermomix heats the cooking oil at a controlled temperature so the garlic never burns. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Direct weighing - Weigh the cooking oil and salt straight into the mixing bowl with the TM7 scale, accurate to the gram. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Gentle steaming option - The Varoma of the Thermomix pre-steams broccoli florets briefly for extra tenderness before the quick stir-fry. [Steaming]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- garlic cloves
- cooking oil
- broccoli florets
- carrots
- salt