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Sesame Orange Broccoli

5 from 8 votes

Sesame Orange Broccoli is a vibrant, flavorful side dish that marries the crisp freshness of broccoli with the sweetness of oranges and the nuttiness of sesame seeds.

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Yield: 4 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Ingredients

kosher salt
12 oz broccoli (cut into florets)
1/2 tablespoon corn starch
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 teaspoon orange zest
2 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
1 garlic clove (finely minced)
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

Makes 3 cups.

Nutrition

Serving: 3/4 cup, Calories: 52kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Sodium: 295mg, Fiber: 2.5g, Sugar: 3g

- WW Points: 1

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