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Broccoli in Spicy Orange Sauce

  (serves 6)
     
 
This recipe mentions broccoli stems as well as florets. Many people discard the stems, but they are perfectly edible and supply all the same nutrients as the florets (which is a lot); they also add an extra sweetness and crunchiness to the dish. This goes beautifully with any sort of beans, and the vitamin C from the broccoli and the orange juice enables the body to better absorb the iron from the beans. A truly happy marriage.
2lb (1Kg) broccoli 1/2 cup (4fl oz/125 ml) orange juice
2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon grated orange zest 1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 garlic clove, crushed with a garlic press 1/8 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
     
Trim the broccoli florets into pieces about 1 1/2 inches (4cm) long. Cut the stalks crosswise into pieces about 1/3 inch (9mm) thick.

In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket, bring 2 inches (5cm) water to a boil. Add the stalks, cover, and steam for 2 minutes. Add the florets and steam for 5 minutes longer.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium high heat, bring the orange juice, honey, mustard, orange zest, soy sauce, garlic, and pepper flakes to a boil.

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Stir into the orange juice mixture and cook until thickened, about 1 minute.

To serve, in a serving bowl, gently toss the broccoli with the sauce to coat. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds.

 
       
 
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