A fast, high-protein stir-fry that keeps things green: edamame and broccoli tossed through garlic, ginger and sesame in a light soy glaze. Filling for the calories, which is exactly what makes it a useful weeknight default.
Ingredients
- 150g edamame, podded
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 thumb of ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil
Method
- Steam or blanch the broccoli for 3 minutes so it keeps its bite, then drain.
- Heat the sesame oil in a wok and fry the garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli and edamame, toss over a high heat for 3–4 minutes, then splash in the soy sauce.
- Scatter with sesame seeds and serve.
Why it works
For a modest calorie count you get a lot here: edamame is a rare complete plant protein, and together with broccoli it makes a genuinely filling dish that supports weight management through protein and fibre rather than restriction. The sesame seeds and greens also quietly add calcium for bone health.
