Broccoli Stir-Fry With Ginger and Sesame

01Method

1. 1

   Place a small non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the sesame seeds, spreading them in an even layer, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until lightly golden. Watch closely — they can burn quickly once they start to color. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside. (Omit this step if your sesame seeds are already roasted.)

2. 2

   Combine the stock, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl and stir together. Set the mixture aside.

3. 3

   Heat the peanut or canola oil in a large, lidded sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets and toss to coat them in the oil. Stir-fry for about 1 minute. Push the broccoli to the sides, creating a clear space in the center, and add the ginger and garlic. Drizzle a little extra oil over them and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring just the aromatics, until they smell fragrant. Mix the ginger and garlic together with the broccoli.

4. 4

   Pour the soy-sesame mixture into the pan and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat, cover the pan, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the broccoli is just tender but still holds its shape. Remove from heat and lift the broccoli out with a slotted spoon into a bowl. Return the pan to the stove over high heat and reduce the remaining liquid until only a few tablespoons are left. Remove from heat, return the broccoli to the pan, scatter over the toasted sesame seeds, and toss everything to coat. Serve immediately.