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Better Than Takeout Broccoli Recipe

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This Better Than Takeout Broccoli recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy tender-crisp broccoli florets coated in a savory, slightly sweet, and tangy sauce. Enhanced with garlic, toasted sesame oil, and a hint of spice, it's a perfect side dish that beats traditional takeout versions with fresh ingredients and homemade goodness.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

Broccoli

  • 1 ½ Pounds Broccoli (cut into small florets)

Sauce

  • 1 Teaspoon Dark Soy Sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 2 ½ Teaspoons Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 2 Teaspoons Maple Syrup
  • 1 Tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
  • ½ Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • ¾ Cup Hot Chicken Broth

Cooking

  • 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
  • 4 Cloves Garlic (mashed)

Thickener

  • 1 ½ Tablespoons Arrowroot or Tapioca Flour or Cornstarch (mixed with 1 ½ tablespoons water)

Optional Garnishes

  • 2 Teaspoons Chili Crunch (optional)
  • 2 Teaspoons Sesame Seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broccoli. Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into small, bite-sized florets. Set aside while you prepare the sauce.
  2. Make the Sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, ground black pepper, and hot chicken broth until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Heat the Skillet and Saute Garlic and Broccoli. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the avocado oil, then immediately add the mashed garlic and broccoli florets. Stir continuously for about 30 seconds to prevent the garlic from burning and to lightly coat the broccoli.
  4. Add the Sauce and Bring to Boil. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the broccoli and garlic. Stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring the sauce to a gentle boil.
  5. Prepare the Thickener Slurry. While the sauce is heating, whisk the arrowroot (or tapioca or cornstarch) with water in a small bowl until fully dissolved and smooth.
  6. Thicken the Sauce. Once the sauce is gently bubbling, reduce the heat to low and slowly pour in the slurry while stirring continuously. Continue stirring as the sauce thickens, which should take about 1 minute.
  7. Serve and Garnish. Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the broccoli immediately, topped with optional chili crunch and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an added spicy and nutty flavor. Enjoy your better-than-takeout broccoli!

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth or water.
  • Adjust the chili crunch quantity or omit it depending on your spice preference.
  • Ensure the garlic does not burn by stirring quickly after adding it to the oil.
  • If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or water to loosen it.
  • Serve this dish immediately for the best texture; reheating may soften the broccoli excessively.

Find it online: https://familyhomemeals.com/better-than-takeout-broccoli-recipe/