3/3/2012 Basket - Chinese-Style Broccoli

Chinese-Style Broccoli
Uses from this basket: Broccoli
Other produce: Garlic, ginger

• 1 bunch broccoli, trimmed and cut into florets
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook uncovered until just tender, about 4 minutes. (Alternately, steam broccoli for about 5 minutes.) Drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, whisk the sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, ginger, and garlic together in a small saucepan over medium heat until thickened and no longer cloudy, 5 to 7 minutes. If the sauce gets too thick, add a couple tablespoons of water to thin it down. Toss the broccoli in the sauce and serve.