Teriyaki Broccoli and Carrots (Easy!)

A quick and easy Teriyaki Broccoli recipe that's deliciously flavorful. Simple to assemble, and a great side dish served plain or with cooked rice or quinoa.

📝 Ingredients

• 7-8 cups broccoli florets*
• 3 medium carrots
• 1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce)
• 3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup (or brown sugar)
• 1/3 cup vegetable broth or water
• 2 tsp. rice vinegar
• 1-2 cloves garlic
• 2 tsp. ginger, freshly grated
• 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
• Cooked rice or quinoa, sesame seeds for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Make the teriyaki sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
2. 2Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Slice carrots on a diagonal.
3. 3In a large pan over medium-high heat, add broccoli, carrots, and 1/3 cup water. Cover and let steam/sauté for about 6-7 minutes or until veggies are crisp-tender. (Stir occasionally and add a splash more liquid if needed.)
4. 4Then re-stir the teriyaki sauce and add to pan. Stir to combine. Heat for about 2-3 minutes or until sauce has slightly thickened.
5. 5Serve with cooked rice/quinoa and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.