How to Make Broccoli and Capsicum Stir Fry

Broccoli and capsicum (bell pepper) go well together and make for a colourful and very tasty stir-fry dish that is easy to put together quickly. This recipe includes chilli for added spiciness, along with flavourful garlic.

Ingredients

1 cup of broccoli florets
1 onion (finely chopped)
1 green capsicum (bell pepper-medium sized)
1 red capsicum (medium size)
1 yellow capsicum (small)
1 green chilli (finely chopped)
4 or 5 flakes of garlic
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt as required
A few spring onion (scallions) for garnishing

Part 1

Part 1 of 2:
Preparation

1
Chop the capsicums (bell peppers) into thin strips.
2
Grind the garlic and red chilli powder into a smooth paste.
3
Cook the broccoli with enough salt and water till it becomes soft. Do not overcook it; aim to retain its tender quality.

Part 2

Part 2 of 2:
Making the Stir-Fry

1
Add the olive oil to a frying pan. Add the chopped onion and green chilli.
2
Fry till the onion becomes soft.
3
Add the chopped capsicum. Fry till it is half cooked.
4
Add the garlic paste. Fry until the raw smell of garlic disappears.
5
Add the cooked broccoli. Fry until it is mixed in with the other vegetables.
6
Add the chopped spring onion. Fry for a minute.
7
Serve hot. Transfer to serving plates or bowls. Serve with rotis and/or rice.