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Stir-fried chinese broccoli

From the video “My Go-To Side: Gai Lan Oyster Sauce Stir-Fry Recipe (Chinese Broccoli)” by Pailin's Kitchen. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Pailin's Kitchen. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personEasyFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~2
est.
Cost
~$0.72*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$15.28* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
8

Ingredients

  • Pescatarian

May contain gluten, shellfish, soy

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$2.17*for the batch in the video
~$0.72*per serving

You save about ~$15.28* per serving (95% less*) than ordering it out — ~$45.83* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario Chinese takeout plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

4 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 1 predicted from typical costs · not priced: white pepper

* Estimate, not a quote: 1 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Chinese takeout plate at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving36 kcal · 2% of 2,000
Fat0.1 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Sodium591 mg26%
Carbohydrate7.9 g3%
Fiber0.5 g2%
Total sugars1.2 gno daily value
Added sugars1 g2%
Protein1.5 g3%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+20 of 20
  • Saturated fat0 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−11 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 5 of 7 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 2 servings (estimated: model estimate (no quantities to work from)). Not counted because the video gives no amount: Chinese broccoli, oil. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowls
  • mortar and pestle
  • wok
  • wooden spatula

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact total cooking time
  • Exact brand of oyster sauce and soy sauce
  • Total weight of broccoli used
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Stir-fried chinese broccoli

What makes Pailin's Kitchen's Stir-fried chinese broccoli recipe and technique special?

Pailin's Kitchen's take on Stir-fried chinese broccoli focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Chinese flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Overcooking stems makes them soggy, not crunchy. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Stir-fried chinese broccoli at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Stir-fried chinese broccoli recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Stir-fried chinese broccoli ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Stir-fried chinese broccoli can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Pailin's Kitchen's Stir-fried chinese broccoli?

This recipe utilizes approximately 8 ingredients across 12 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Stir-fried chinese broccoli?

The official cooking video by Pailin's Kitchen is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.