Sesame Ginger Broccoli

Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 cup

Cooking time: 30 minutes

This recipe can easily be multiplied and makes great leftovers.

Ingredients

• 1 tsp. sesame seeds
• 1 Tbsp. dark sesame oil
• 1 large shallot (finely minced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 Tbsp. fresh ginger (minced)
• 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 4 tsp. reduced sodium soy sauce or reduced sodium gluten-free tamari sauce
• 1 lb. broccoli (cut into 1 inch flowerets)
• 2 Tbsp. water

Place the sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium high heat and toast for 5 minutes.

Stir frequently and don't allow the sesame seeds to turn to dark or burn.

Set aside.

Place the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

When hot add the shallot and cook for 1 minute. Stir frequently.

Add the garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes.

Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 4 minutes. Stir frequently.

Add the soy sauce and stir.

Add the broccoli and increase the heat to medium high.

Toss well and cover.

Cook for about 2 minutes.

Toss the broccoli and add the water.

Cover and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until the broccoli is slightly tender and bright green.

Serve topped with the toasted sesame seeds.