Is it mandatory to cook broccoli before stir fry?
I prefer to quickly blanch broccoli floret in boiling water, and drain well before adding it to stir fry. It ensures broccoli is tender but still has a crunch to it. Although the blanching step is not mandatory, I highly recommend you blanch broccoli for just 30 seconds to a minute in boiling water. You can also steam broccoli for 1 minute.