A delightful and nutritious dish, sesame broccoli is a classic stir-fry that combines the vibrant green florets of broccoli with a savory blend of toasted sesame seeds, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of sweetness. This versatile dish is not only easy to prepare but also loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. In this article, we'll delve into the art of crafting the perfect sesame broccoli stir-fry, exploring variations like the addition of other vegetables, alternative cooking methods, and delectable sauce options. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body with every bite.
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SHEET-PAN SALMON AND BROCCOLI WITH SESAME AND GINGER
A healthy sheet-pan dinner that comes together in just 20 minutes? Sign us up. Brushing a simple sesame-ginger glaze onto the salmon before it roasts promotes caramelization on the fish, a feat not easily accomplished when roasting salmon fillets. The garnishes give this dinner a professional finish: A squeeze of lime juice, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and a handful of thinly sliced scallions make for a beautiful plate.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, weeknight, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees. In a small bowl, whisk 3 tablespoons sesame oil with the soy sauce, vinegar, honey, ginger and garlic until smooth. Set the glaze aside.
- Place the broccoli florets and 1 1/2-inch scallion segments on a sheet pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, toss well and roast for 5 minutes.
- While the broccoli and scallions roast, place the salmon fillets on a plate and pat dry with paper towels. Brush all over with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Toss the broccoli and scallions and move to the edges of the pan, clearing spaces in the center for the salmon fillets. Place the salmon fillets, evenly spaced, on the center of the pan. Brush the fillets generously with the glaze.
- Return the pan to the oven and roast until the salmon is cooked through but still slightly rare in the center, about 12 minutes.
- Squeeze the lime over the broccoli and sprinkle with salt. Scatter the sliced scallions and sesame seeds over the salmon, and serve hot.
SESAME BROCCOLI
Light sesame oil works best for this recipe. Vegetable oil can be used instead.
Provided by KRISTAB
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Broccoli
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute broccoli and sesame seeds for 2 minutes. Stir in bell pepper and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until pepper is tender crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 16 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
EASY SESAME BROCCOLI
For a time-saving addition to supper, Myra Innes seasons broccoli spears with lemon, soy sauce and sesame seeds. It's a nice change from plain broccoli," she writes from Auburn, Kansas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute sesame seeds in 1 teaspoon oil until lightly browned. Remove from the heat. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice, soy sauce and remaining oil. Drain broccoli; toss with sesame seed mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GARLIC-SESAME PURPLE SPROUTING BROCCOLI
This was my first time cooking purple sprouting broccoli (it came in my CSA box) and it turned out delicious. You can eat the entire vegetable, I just trimmed the ends of the thicker stalks and some of the leaves that were a bit wilted. Great healthy spring vegetable!
Provided by barbara
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Seasonal Spring
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large wide pot of salted water to a boil. Drop in broccoli and boil until dark green, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain.
- Heat vegetable and sesame oils in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and light brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add broccoli and stir-fry until well seasoned with garlic oil, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt.
- Serve sprinkled with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 38.8 mg, Sugar 2 g
SESAME BROCCOLI, REALLY..IT'S GOOD!
The dish is a nice and easy change from the norm, and quite different from some of the other broccoli recipes I have seen here. Try it, you might like it as much as we do! Due to a great suggestion from a reviewer, I have added toasting the sesame seeds, a marvelous idea! Also, PLEASE don't substitute the sesame oil as one review did here, you loose the entire flavor of this great dish! This is an adopted recipe and the above comments were made before I inherited it. Now having made this dish, I can concurr: it's a sesame oil that turns your head and gets your taste buds going in this recipe, and toasting the seeds also adds fuller flavour. I'm delighted to have adopted this recipe and will be making it often:) I hope that you will enjoy it too!
Provided by kiwidutch
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Prepare the broccoli for cooking. Boil, steam and drain. Please DO NOT over cook! Generally 6-8 minutes to steam or boil is about right for crisp broccoli.
- Heat the sesame oil on a skillet or wok for 15 seconds over high heat. Add the sesame seeds and the broccoli.
- Stir fry until heated through.
- Remove from the pan to a serving dish, pour soy sauce over!
BROCCOLI WITH SESAME SEEDS
Tired of serving broccoli the same old way? Try something new and a little spicy! This recipe comes from Bon Appetit.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Vegetable
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Toast sesame seeds in heavy small skillet over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes.
- Set aside 1 tbs toasted sesame seeds.
- Place remaining sesame seeds in a spice grinder.
- Add salt and 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper; grind coarsely.
- Set sesame-red pepper mixture aside.
- Steam broccoli until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes.
- Transfer to large bowl.
- Add oil, 1 tbs reserved sesame seeds, remaining 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper and 2 tsp sesame-red pepper mixture; toss to combine.
- Serve, passing remaining sesame-red pepper mixture separately.
SESAME BROCCOLI
"This tasty broccoli dish has become a favorite at our house," Janice Cawman says from Yakima, Washington. "It's quick, easy and adds a colorful presentation to any menu."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 10-15 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, oil, vinegar and honey; cook and stir over medium-low heat until heated through. , Transfer broccoli to a serving bowl; drizzle with soy sauce mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SESAME BROCCOLI SALAD
This bright green salad features blanched broccoli tossed in a light sesame dressing with toasted sesame seeds. Quick and delicious!
Provided by sal
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Toast sesame seeds for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the seeds begin to turn golden brown. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook broccoli in boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes, or until desired tenderness. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and sesame seeds. Pour over broccoli, and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 253.8 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
SESAME BEEF AND BROCCOLI
You can make this hearty, one-dish meal in just half an hour. It's a great choice for lunch or dinner on a cold winter day.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking. Add beef, and sprinkle with the salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a plate.
- Add scallions and garlic to skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until golden, about 30 seconds. Add broccoli and 1/2 cup water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is dry, about 3 minutes. Stir together broth, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a small bowl, and add to skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is no longer cloudy, 1 to 2 minutes. Return beef and any juices to pan; cook, stirring often, until beef is heated through, about 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir in sesame oil. Serve with rice.
SESAME-SOY BROCCOLI FLORETS
"We love to eat healthy, and this recipe has an Asian flare with a touch of sweetness that's sure to satisfy even those who turn up their noses at broccoli," says Marianne Bauman of Modesto, California.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, oil, soy sauce and vinegar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Transfer the broccoli to a serving bowl. Drizzle with soy sauce mixture; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SESAME BROCCOLI
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cook 1 bunch broccoli spears in a steamer set over simmering water, 10 minutes. Pulse a 1-inch piece peeled ginger, 1 garlic clove, 2 tablespoons each water and sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and a pinch each of sugar and salt in a mini food processor. Drizzle over the broccoli and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
BROCCOLI WITH SESAME
With a coating to tongue-tingling sauce an topping of crunchy sesame seeds, broccoli makes a fancy but fuss-free side dish. This vegetable is so nutritious that it's great to have a special way to serve it. -Doris Heath, Bryson City, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook broccoli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine oil, soy sauce, sugar and vinegar; heat on medium until sugar is dissolved and mixture is hot. Drain broccoli; place in a serving bowl. Drizzle with soy sauce mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SESAME PORK AND BROCCOLI
Make and share this Sesame Pork and Broccoli recipe from Food.com.
Provided by J e l i s a
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine chicken broth, cornstarch, and soy sauce, blend well.
- Add chopped green onions, toss lightly and set aside.
- Cut tenderloin into bite-size pieces (1" chunks, or strips).
- Heat oil in skillet over Medium-High heat.
- Add pork and garlic, stir fry until meat is cooked.
- Remove pork and set aside.
- Add broccoli and broth, cover and simmer on low for approximately 10 minutes.
- Add the pork and cook until hot, stirring frequently.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and serve with rice.
SESAME-GARLIC BROCCOLI
Sesame-garlic broccoli - a perfect side dish that's ready in 20 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, heat 1 inch water to boiling. Add broccoli and boil uncovered 3 to 5 minutes or until just tender. Drain broccoli in colander and immediately rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set broccoli aside.
- In small bowl, mix broth, rice wine, cornstarch and brown sugar until smooth.
- Sprinkle sesame seed evenly over bottom of same skillet. Heat over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until browning begins. Then stir constantly until seeds are golden brown. Immediately remove seeds from skillet; set aside.
- In same skillet, heat vegetable oil and sesame oil over medium heat until oils shimmer. Add broccoli and cook about 1 minute, stirring frequently. Clear center of skillet and add garlic and gingerroot. Stir into broccoli and cook 1 minute longer; do not let garlic burn.
- Stir cornstarch mixture again to dissolve any lumps and add to skillet. Heat mixture to boiling, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 1 minute longer. Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
COLD SESAME NOODLES WITH BROCCOLI AND KALE
Instead of deep-frying the broccoli in this sesame noodles recipe, we used a high-heat roasting method.
Categories Bon Appétit Noodle Sesame Broccoli Chile Pepper Green Onion/Scallion Ginger Kale Vegetarian Vegan Mint Dinner Quick and Healthy Quick & Easy
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss broccoli with grated garlic, sambal oelek, 1 Tbsp. vinegar, and 1/4 cup oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing occasionally, until tender and browned in spots, 20-25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk scallions, ginger, sliced garlic, 1 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper, and remaining 1/2 cup vinegar and 1/2 cup oil in a large bowl. Add kale; toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain; rinse under cold water. Add noodles and warm broccoli to kale and toss to coat. Divide among bowls and top with mint, sesame seeds, and more scallions.
BROCCOLI SALAD WITH GARLIC AND SESAME
From Melissa Clark in the *New York Times,* who writes: "This salad is made from uncooked broccoli tossed with an assertive garlic, sesame, chile and cumin-seed vinaigrette slicked with good extra-virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. The acid 'cooks' the florets a little as ceviche does fish. After an hour, the broccoli softens as if blanched, turning bright emerald, and soaking up all the intense flavors of the dressing. You'll be making this one again."
Provided by lecole54
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, stir together the vinegar and salt. Add broccoli and toss to combine.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil until hot, but not smoking. Add garlic and cumin and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in sesame oil and pepper flakes. Pour mixture over broccoli and toss well. Let sit for at least 1 hour at room temperature, and up to 48 (chill it if you want to keep it for more than 2 hours). Adjust seasonings (it may need more salt) and serve.
SESAME SHRIMP AND BROCCOLI STIR-FRY
Plan ahead the shrimp needs to marinade for 2 hours, you might also want to give this a try using chicken strips ;-) This complete recipe may be doubled, prep time includes marinating time, cooking time is only estimated, adjust the cayenne pepper to suit heat level.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Savory
Time 2h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a medium glass bowl mix together all marinade ingredients; add in shrimp, toss to combine, cover then refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Heat 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large wok or skillet; add in broccoli florets and carrot slices; saute for 3-4 minutes then add add in teriyaki sauce then toss with veggies.
- Add in the marinated shrimp (do not rinse off the marinade) and saute for about 4 minutes or until shrimp is no longer pink.
- In a small bowl whisk together the broth with cornstach; add to the wok or skillet and bring to a simmer stirring until thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place in a large serving bowl or platter then sprinkle with finely chopped green onions and/or sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve with cooked rice.
STEAMED BROCCOLI WITH MISO-SESAME SAUCE
Serve this broccoli as a side dish or as a first course in place of a salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix miso, sesame seeds, lemon juice, and oil. Slowly add the milk, stirring well. For a thinner sauce, add more liquid.
- Arrange broccoli florets in a steamer basket over a small amount of water. Steam florets until bright green and just tender, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer to serving dish; drizzle with sauce and garnish with red pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Fiber 3 g
SESAME SPINACH AND BROCCOLI
Categories Leafy Green Side Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy Broccoli Spinach Summer Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut broccoli into 1-inch flowerets and cut stems lengthwise into 2 x 1/4-inch sticks. Mince garlic. In a dry 10-inch heavy skillet toast sesame seeds over moderate heat, stirring, until golden and transfer to a small bowl. In skillet heat vegetable oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook broccoli, garlic, and red pepper flakes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 7 minutes. Add spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and toss vegetables with sesame oil, seeds, and salt to taste.
BROCCOLI WITH SESAME SEEDS AND DRIED RED PEPPER
Categories Vegetable Side Steam Low Carb Vegetarian Broccoli Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegan Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Toast sesame seeds in heavy small skillet over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes. Set aside 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds. Place remaining sesame seeds in spice grinder. Add salt and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; grind coarsely. Set sesame-red pepper mixture aside.
- Steam broccoli until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add oil, 1 tablespoon reserved sesame seeds, remaining 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, and 2 teaspoons sesame-red pepper mixture; toss to combine. Serve, passing remaining sesame-red pepper mixture separately.
Tips:
- Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellowing or wilted florets.
- Blanch the broccoli: Blanching the broccoli before stir-frying helps to retain its vibrant color and slightly softens it, reducing the cooking time.
- Use a hot wok or large skillet: A hot wok or large skillet helps to quickly sear the broccoli and sauce, preventing it from becoming soggy.
- Stir-fry the broccoli in batches: If you're cooking a large amount of broccoli, stir-fry it in batches to prevent overcrowding the wok or skillet, which can result in uneven cooking.
- Use a good quality sesame oil: Sesame oil adds a nutty flavor to the dish. Choose a good quality sesame oil that is dark in color and has a strong aroma.
- Add the sauce at the end: Adding the sauce at the end of the cooking process helps to prevent the broccoli from becoming overcooked and soggy.
Conclusion:
Sesame broccoli is a quick and easy side dish that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and can be enjoyed as part of a main meal or as a snack. With its vibrant color, slightly crunchy texture, and delicious sesame flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Whether you are a seasoned home cook or just starting out, this recipe is simple to follow and will yield delicious results. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give sesame broccoli a try!
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