Sesame Garlic Broccoli
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Sesame Garlic Broccoli
Description
Sesame Garlic Broccoli brings together fresh broccoli florets that are quickly boiled until bright green and tender, then cooled to stop cooking. The sauce is made by slow cooking finely chopped garlic in neutral oil until golden, followed by toasting sesame seeds and adding sesame oil, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes for complex umami and heat. A small amount of water is added to loosen the sauce before combining with the broccoli. This method results in broccoli with a flavorful coating and gentle crunch.
The distinct toasted garlic flavor and sesame aroma make this broccoli a versatile side that complements rice, noodles, or grilled proteins. The red pepper flakes add a subtle kick without overpowering the natural broccoli taste. The garnish of sesame seeds and extra red pepper flakes adds visual appeal and texture contrast.
To turn this into a complete meal, crisp pressed tofu separately and incorporate into the sesame garlic sauce with the broccoli, optionally thickening the sauce with cornstarch. This addition adds protein and makes the dish more filling while keeping the same flavor profile.
Ingredients
- 2 broccoli cut into florets, small heads
- 2 tsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 2 garlic finely chopped or thin small slices, large cloves
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tsp soy sauce , use tamari for glutenfree, coconut aminos for soyfree
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp water
- sesame seeds while and black sesame seeds, for garnish
- red pepper flakes while and black sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt. Add the broccoli and cook for 3 to 5 mins (depends on the size of the florets and amount of florets to water).
- Once the broccoli is bright green, take off heat, drain and wash with cold water.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium low heat. Once the oil is hot, add garlic, reduce heat to low. Mix well and cook until the garlic is golden. 4 to 5 mins. (Slow cooking the garlic will roast it without burning).
- Add sesame seeds and sesame oil and continue to cook until the seeds start to change color.
- Add soy sauce, red pepper flakes and mix well for a few seconds. Add a tbsp of water and mix and take off heat.
- Drizzle over broccoli or add broccoli to the skillet and mix well. Add a dash of salt and pepper to taste. Serve.
Notes
- Slow cooking garlic in oil creates a deeper roasted flavor without burning.
- After boiling, rinsing the broccoli with cold water stops the cooking process and helps keep its bright green color.
- Adding a tablespoon of water loosens the sauce for better coating of the broccoli.
- Doubling the garlic and sesame oil and adjusting soy sauce amounts makes a richer sauce suitable for combining with tofu for a full meal.
- Thickening the sauce with cornstarch can help it cling better when mixed with tofu and broccoli.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 140kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 258mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 956mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1895IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 271.7mg | 302% |
| Calcium | 155mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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