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Steamed Broccoli with Toasted Pecans and Oyster Sauce Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 15 minutes | 🍽️ Servings: 4
Description:
This simple yet flavorful recipe is designed to make you fall in love with broccoli all over again. Created by renowned cookbook author Rozanne Gold, it requires minimal preparation and cooking time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or quick meals. The combination of steamed broccoli, crunchy toasted pecans, and savory oyster sauce creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound broccoli, cut into large florets with 1 1/2″ stems
- 1/3 cup pecans
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 119
- Fat: 7.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 296.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 12.3g
- Fiber: 4.8g
- Sugar: 2.9g
- Protein: 5.2g
Instructions:
Step | Description |
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1 | Begin by cutting the broccoli into large florets with 1 1/2″ stems. Make sure to reserve 1 pound of the florets for this recipe, and store the remaining broccoli for future use. |
2 | Steam the reserved broccoli florets for 8-10 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender and vibrant green in color. This can be done using a steamer basket over boiling water or in a microwave-safe dish with a small amount of water. |
3 | While the broccoli is steaming, toast the pecans in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir them frequently to ensure even toasting, and remove them from the skillet when they are dark brown but not burnt. This should take approximately 3-5 minutes. |
4 | Once the broccoli is steamed and the pecans are toasted, transfer them to a serving bowl. |
5 | Add the oyster sauce to the bowl with the steamed broccoli and toasted pecans. |
6 | Gently toss all the ingredients together until the broccoli and pecans are evenly coated with the oyster sauce. |
7 | Season the dish with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed, keeping in mind that the oyster sauce may already add some saltiness to the dish. |
8 | Serve the steamed broccoli with toasted pecans and oyster sauce immediately, while it is still hot. Enjoy this delicious and nutritious dish as a side or a main course alongside your favorite proteins or grains. |
Tips:
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the dish before serving.
- If you don’t have oyster sauce on hand, you can substitute it with soy sauce or hoisin sauce for a different flavor profile.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables such as sliced bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms for added variety and nutrition.
- To make this dish vegan-friendly, use a vegan oyster sauce or substitute it with a combination of soy sauce, sugar, and garlic for a similar umami-rich flavor.