VSG: Immune (Boost)

Garlic Cashew Broccoli Stir-Fry

SERVES: 2 PREP TIME: 20 MIN Gluten Free

Ingredients:

• ½ pound broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
• ½ tablespoon coconut oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
• 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon real maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon whole oat flour
• 2 tablespoons water
• ¼ cup cashews (raw is best)

Gluten Free Variation: Make sure the tamari and oat flour are gluten free.

Directions:

Directions:

1. Steam broccoli for 5-7 minutes until al dente, then set aside.
2. While the broccoli is steaming, heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic, black pepper, white pepper, and sauté until fragrant 1-2 minutes.
3. Then add vegetable stock, tamari, rice wine vinegar, and maple syrup. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 1 min.
4. As the sauce simmers, quickly dissolve 1 tbsp of oat flour in 2 tablespoons of water. Slowly add this oat flour solution to the sauce while stirring constantly. Continue simmering 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens, stirring frequently.
5. Once the sauce is done, remove pan from heat, and pour about half the sauce into a small bowl for dipping. Then mix in broccoli and cashews, coating the vegetables thoroughly with remainder of the sauce.
6. Serve with rice and sauce on the side for a delicious meal.

[more tips on pages 120-121]

Much more from the VSG: Your Guide to Functional Veganism

• Garlic: Retaining The Benefits learn more
• Cashews and Maple Syrup: A Zinc Powerhouse Combo learn more
• Broccoli: Supercharge and Regulate! learn more
• Plus Food Charts by Nutrition on pages 226-260 so you can replace or add an ingredient helping you maximize nutrients for optimal health.
• So whether you're a long-term vegan or just trying to optimize your meals with maximum nutrition, the VSG is a fun and detailed guide.
• Visit: The Vegan Survival Guide (amazon.com)

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