Broccoli is one of those veggies that people either love or they don’t. I happen to love it! When I was a kid (before bottled ranch dressing!), we used to spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on our cooked broccoli and sprinkle it with salt and pepper. Sure globbing on some ranch dressing or mayonnaise gives broccoli a nice flavor, but it adds fat and calories. This recipe for Szechuan Broccoli adds flavor and a little bit of heat and keeps it healthy. It’s a great side dish – but can also be made into a main dish by adding chicken or beef.
Szechaun Broccoli
2014-10-08 09:09:05
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (I like to use the low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 5 cups broccoli, cut into small florets ("Blanched" in the microwave*)
- 2 teaspoons oil
Instructions
- Begin by "blanching" the broccoli in the microwave. Put the florets into a large microwave safe dish, add 1/2 cup water and cover. Microwave 1 minute. Drain.
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except for the broccoli and oil. Set aside. Heat a Wok or large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the blanched broccoli to the wok and stir fry for 1 minute. Add the soy sauce mixture and stir to coat the broccoli pieces. Cover and cook about 2 minutes on low heat until the broccoli is crisp-tender.
- To serve, sprinkle additional toasted sesame seeds and crushed red pepper.
Notes
- *This can also be made into a main dish by adding cooked chicken or beef and serving over hot steamed rice.
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