Zesty Orange-Sesame Broccoli Delight

Broccoli with Orange-Sesame Sauce

Description:

Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and refreshing Broccoli with Orange-Sesame Sauce recipe from Love With Recipes. Perfect for a quick and nutritious side dish, this recipe combines tender broccoli with a zesty orange-sesame sauce that’s sure to brighten up your meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 head of broccoli florets
• 3/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 4 teaspoons sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Broccoli:

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   • Begin by placing the broccoli florets into a steamer basket. Set the basket in a saucepan over 1 inch of boiling water.
   • Cover and steam the broccoli until it becomes tender, which should take about 5 minutes. Once done, remove from heat.

2. Make the Orange-Sesame Sauce:

   • In a small saucepan, combine the honey, grated ginger, and orange juice. Place over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently.
   • In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a smooth slurry. Gradually add this cornstarch mixture to the boiling sauce while stirring continuously.
   • Continue cooking the sauce until it thickens, which will take around 1 minute. Once thickened, remove the pan from heat.
   • Stir in the fresh lemon juice and sesame seeds to complete the sauce.

3. Serve:

   • Arrange the steamed broccoli in a serving bowl. Pour the freshly prepared orange-sesame sauce over the top.
   • Garnish with additional sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy this healthy and delicious vegetable dish!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 93.4
• Fat Content: 2.4g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 31.8mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 17g
• Fiber Content: 0.3g
• Sugar Content: 8.3g
• Protein Content: 4g

Servings:

This recipe yields approximately 4 servings.

Enjoy this simple yet flavorful dish as a perfect accompaniment to your meals, and revel in the delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors that make it a hit at any table!