Ingredients:
Fresh Broccoli: 2 cups, chopped into florets
Fresh Mushrooms: 2 cups, sliced (button, cremini, or shiitake mushrooms work well)
• Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
• Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
• Soy Sauce: 2 tablespoons (optional, for added umami flavor)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, freshly cracked
• Red Pepper Flakes: 1/4 teaspoon (optional, for heat)
• Butter: 1 tablespoon (optional, for richness)
• Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon (optional, for a fresh kick)
PREPARATION:
Step 1: Prep the Vegetables
1. Wash the broccoli and cut it into bite-sized florets.
2. Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth or paper towel and slice them evenly.
3. Mince the garlic finely.
Step 2: Heat the Pan
1. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat.
2. Add the olive oil and let it warm for about 30 seconds.
Step 3: Sauté the Garlic
1. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring continuously. Be careful not to let it brown or burn.