Chinese Broccoli

Ginger, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil combine to coat this wonderful vegetable with Asian flavors.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 130 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 bunch Gai Lan (Chinese broccoli), trimmed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the Chinese broccoli and cook uncovered until just tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Meanwhile, whisk the sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, ginger, and garlic together in a small saucepan over medium heat until thickened and no longer cloudy, 5 to 7 minutes. Toss the broccoli in the sauce and serve.