Sesame Orange Broccoli
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5
Sesame Orange Broccoli
Description
The recipe begins by briefly boiling broccoli florets until bright green and slightly tender, then shocking them in ice water to preserve color and stop cooking. A sauce made from fresh orange juice and zest, soy sauce, and dissolved cornstarch is prepared separately to provide a lightly thickened glaze. Sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and scallions are sautéed briefly in a hot wok or skillet to release their aromas before adding the sauce and broccoli to heat through and coat evenly.
Sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds and, optionally, red pepper flakes, the broccoli marries fresh citrus notes with savory and aromatic Asian-inspired flavors. This side dish pairs well with rice or other main courses needing a bright vegetable component.
The recipe yields about three cups and is best served immediately to maintain the broccoli’s crisp texture.
Ingredients
- kosher salt
- 12 oz broccoli (cut into florets)
- 1/2 tablespoon corn starch
- 1/4 cup orange juice fresh
- 1/4 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tbsp soy sauce reduced sodium
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger grated
- 1 garlic finely minced, clove
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 scallion (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
- red pepper flakes (to taste (optional))
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Add broccoli and boil for 1 minutes.
- Drain and immediately place broccoli in a large bowl of ice water to stop it from cooking.
- In a small bowl add orange juice, soy sauce, orange zest and cornstarch, whisking until cornstarch is dissolved.
- Heat a non-stick wok or large deep skillet over high heat.
- Add sesame oil, scallions, garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add the sauce and broccoli and sauté 1 to 2 minutes, until the broccoli is crisp tender. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe yields approximately 3 cups of sesame orange broccoli.
- Boiling and then shocking the broccoli preserves its bright color and crisp-tender texture.
- Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the freshness and texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 52 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3/4 cup | |
| Calories | 52kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 295mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.5g | 10% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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