**Savory and Nutritious: A Culinary Journey with Broccoli, Black Beans, and Garlic Sauce**
Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our featured recipes, where broccoli, black beans, and garlic sauce take center stage. Discover a symphony of flavors and textures as you explore a variety of cooking techniques, from stir-frying to steaming, each method highlighting the unique qualities of these wholesome ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes offer something for every skill level and taste preference. Prepare to tantalize your palate with a medley of savory, tangy, and garlicky goodness that will leave you craving more.
BEEF AND BROCCOLI WITH BLACK-BEAN GARLIC SAUCE
Better than takeout? We think so! What really sets this beef-and-broccoli stir-fry apart is the addition of black-bean garlic sauce, a rich and super-savory Chinese condiment made with fermented black beans, garlic, and chilis into a rich and super savory paste that soaks into this stir-fry with aplomb.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pat meat dry, then toss with 3 teaspoons cornstarch. Stir together broth, ginger, black-bean sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and remaining 1 teaspoon cornstarch in a bowl. Measure 2 tablespoons water in a separate small bowl and set aside.
- Heat a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) or wok over high for 3 minutes. Swirl in 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Working in batches to avoid crowding pan, brown meat, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate.
- Swirl in remaining vegetable oil and add broccoli. Cook, stirring occasionally, until broccoli begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Add reserved water and toss until broccoli is bright green and tender, 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Add white and light-green parts of scallion to skillet along with meat and any accumulated juices. Stir in black-bean-sauce mixture and toss until evenly coated and sauce has thickened, about 30 seconds. Serve with rice, sprinkled with scallion greens.
BROCCOLI WITH BLACK BEAN-GARLIC SAUCE
The bold taste of black bean-garlic sauce mellows into a rich and warming glaze in this fast Asian-style dish. From Eatingwell.com NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 53 calories; 3 g fat (0 g sat, 2 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 6 g carbohydrate; 2 g protein; 2 g fiber; 133 mg sodium.
Provided by Luvs 2 Cook
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toast sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Mix 1/4 cup water, vinegar and cornstarch in a small bowl.
- Add black bean sauce and stir until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet or stir-fry pan over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add broccoli and stir to coat.
- Add the remaining 1/4 cup water; cover and steam just until the broccoli is tender-crisp, 1 to 3 minutes.
- Push broccoli to the sides and pour the sauce mixture in the center.
- Stir until the sauce begins to thicken, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the broccoli to coat.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with the sesame seeds.
BROCCOLI RABE WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE
Steps:
- Place broccoli rabe in a large microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup water. Cover with wet paper towel. Heat on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes, until tender, but crisp.
- In a small saucepan, over medium-high heat, combine remaining ingredients. Heat through, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Remove broccoli rabe from microwave and drain water. Add black bean sauce and toss in a bowl. Serve warm.
BLACK-BEAN SHRIMP WITH CHINESE BROCCOLI
Categories Bean Shellfish Vegetable Side Stir-Fry Lunch Lunar New Year Shrimp Broccoli Rabe Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Tree Nut Free
Yield Makes 8 servings (as part of a Chinese meal)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Stir together broth, rice wine, soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until cornstarch is dissolved.
- Remove any bruised or withered outer leaves from gai lan, then trim and peel stalks, halving thick ones lengthwise. Cut crosswise into 2 1/2-inch pieces, separating leafy parts from thick stems.
- Cook stems in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add leafy parts and cook until all of gai lan is just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain well, then transfer to a clean kitchen towel and pat dry. Transfer to a large dish and keep warm, loosely covered with foil.
- Pat shrimp dry. Heat wok over high heat until a drop of water vaporizes instantly. Pour peanut oil around side of wok, then tilt wok to swirl oil, coating side. When oil just begins to smoke, add ginger and stir-fry 5 seconds. Add black beans, garlic, and jalapeño and stir-fry 1 minute. Working quickly, add shrimp, spreading in 1 layer on bottom and side of wok. Cook, undisturbed, 3 minutes, then stir-fry until shrimp are just pink on both sides, about 1 minute more. Stir broth mixture, then add to shrimp and bring to a boil. Boil, stirring, 2 minutes. Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil, then stir to combine.
- Pour shrimp and sauce over gai lan.
BROCCOLI WITH BLACK BEAN-GARLIC SAUCE
Steps:
- 1. Toast sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool. 2. Mix 1/4 cup water, vinegar and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add black bean sauce and stir until smooth. 3. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet or stir-fry pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broccoli and stir to coat. Add the remaining 1/4 cup water; cover and steam just until the broccoli is tender-crisp, 1 to 3 minutes. Push broccoli to the sides and pour the sauce mixture in the center. Stir until the sauce begins to thicken, about 1 minute. Stir in the broccoli to coat. Serve immediately, sprinkled with the sesame seeds.
Tips:
- Choose the freshest broccoli: Look for broccoli with deep green florets and firm stems. Avoid broccoli with yellowing or wilted florets, as these signs indicate that it is past its prime.
- Cut the broccoli into uniform florets: This will ensure that they cook evenly. If the florets are too large, they may not cook through, while smaller florets may overcook.
- Blanch the broccoli before stir-frying: Blanching helps to preserve the broccoli's vibrant green color and crisp texture. To blanch the broccoli, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the broccoli florets. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the florets are bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the broccoli to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet: A well-seasoned wok or skillet will help to prevent the broccoli from sticking and will promote even cooking.
- Cook the broccoli over high heat: This will help to char the broccoli slightly and give it a smoky flavor. Be sure to stir the broccoli frequently to prevent it from burning.
- Add the black bean garlic sauce towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent the sauce from burning and will allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
This broccoli with black bean garlic sauce is a quick and easy dish that is packed with flavor. The broccoli is tender-crisp and slightly charred, while the black bean garlic sauce is savory, slightly sweet, and garlicky. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual lunch. Serve it with rice, noodles, or your favorite protein for a complete meal.
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