SAUTéED BROCCOLI WITH TOASTED GARLIC, ORANGE AND SESAME

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Broccoli was kicked around for years before anyone decided to have fun with it. For a while broccoli lay spent and lifeless, then went irritably crisp. This recipe advances at high speed with admirable results. I toasted garlic slivers in olive oil until sweet and nutty, added oyster sauce to round the edges, then a rustle of sesame seeds and a wisp of orange to pull the whole thing into focus.

Provided by Kay Rentschler

Categories     dinner, quick, vegetables, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium head broccoli
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons thinly sliced garlic cloves
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange peel

Steps:

  • Rinse broccoli. Cut off thick stem where it meets slender stalks, and reserve. With sharp paring knife separate stalks into florets, leaving stems about 1 1/2 inches long on each. Cut pieces in two lengthwise and lay flat-side down. Cut each piece lengthwise in two and repeat until you have 3-inch-long carved floret and stem pieces of approximately equal thickness (about 1/2-inch) top to bottom. Peel tough skin from stems, and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch medallions. There should be 12 ounces of broccoli, about 7 cups. Set aside.
  • Toast sesame seeds in large nonstick skillet over low heat until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to small bowl, and set aside.
  • Place olive oil and garlic in skillet over low heat. Toast garlic, stirring frequently, until garlic is deep golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add pepper flakes to hot oil, and stir. Transfer to small bowl, and set aside. Toss broccoli, salt and 1/4 cup water in same skillet, cover and set over high heat. Cook until broccoli is tender, shaking pan and stirring once, 4 minutes. Uncover skillet (water should be gone), and toss. Stir in garlic and oil, oyster sauce and orange peel. Transfer to warm serving platter, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 87, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 264 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Alfie Smith
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Overall, I thought this dish was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were well-balanced.


Favour Ike
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Huzaifa Ghauri
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This dish was a complete disaster. The broccoli was overcooked and the sauce was way too sweet.


RevernEagle435 Man
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I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Ohuawunwa Joshua
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but I think I just added too much soy sauce.


Wiilka Hormarka
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but this dish was actually really good. The sauce was so flavorful.


Derrick Snaps
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This was a great way to get my kids to eat their broccoli. They loved the sweet and savory sauce.


Ismail Baba
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The orange and sesame really complemented each other.


sk sohan
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Dora Zekeriya
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The broccoli was a little overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.


abdulkarim koroma
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I found this dish to be a bit bland. I think it needed more garlic and ginger.


Okeke Ifenna Felix
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This dish was a little too sweet for my taste, but I think I just used too much orange juice. Next time I'll use less.


miheb ghabi
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook broccoli and this recipe is definitely a keeper. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Jackie Pillzy
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This was a great way to use up some leftover broccoli. I added some chicken and it made a complete meal.


amodu christiana
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. I'm not usually a big fan of broccoli, but the orange-sesame sauce really made it shine.


Boom Sowrd GAming
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a winner. The flavors are so well-balanced.


Haniya Hani
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Alexander Umbrix
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This was a quick and easy weeknight meal that was a hit with the whole family. The broccoli was perfectly cooked and the orange-sesame sauce was delicious.


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