Stir-fried Broccoli with Sesame Seeds

The added flavorings transform broccoli into something special.

Recipe courtesy of "The Illustrated Kitchen Bible: 1,000 Family Recipes from Around the World" by Victoria Blashford-Snell, copyright 2008. Used by permission of Dorling Kindersley Limited. All rights reserved.

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Ingredients

1 large head of broccoli		1/8 tsp crushed hot red pepper
1 tbsp sesame seeds		1/4 cup vegetable stock or water
1 tbsp vegetable oil		salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp soy sauce

directions

Prep: 5 min Total: 15 min (Quick)

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1
Cut the broccoli into florets. Pare the stems and cut them crosswise into thin slices.
2
Heat a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and cook, stirring almost constantly, about 1–2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3
Add the oil, soy sauce, and hot pepper to the pan and stir combine. Add the broccoli and stir-fry for about 2 minutes.
4
Pour in the stock and cover. Cook for about 2 minutes longer, or until crisp-tender. Stir in the sesame seeds and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

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Stir-fried Broccoli with Sesame Seeds

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