Crisp-Tender Broccoli in Lemon-Soy Dressing

Name: Crisp-Tender Broccoli in Lemon-Soy Dressing
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce; 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 1/2 tbsp. sugar; 1 head broccoli (about 1 pound); 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

By Nina SimondsPublished: Jan 1, 2008

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This recipe can be prepared up to 8 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Frozen broccoli or other fresh or frozen vegetables can be substituted for the broccoli: Just precook them as necessary in step 2.

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Ingredients

3 1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 Tbsp. sugar
1 head broccoli (about 1 pound)
1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Step 1In small bowl, stir together soy sauce, lemon juice, and sugar; set aside. Cut florets from broccoli, reserving the stalk, and set aside. Trim the bottom end off stalk and peel off any tough skin. Diagonally slice stalk into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
2. Step 2Bring a large saucepan of water to boil over medium-high heat. Add broccoli stems and cook 1 minute; add florets and cook until florets and stems are just tender, about 1 minute more. Drain in colander and rinse under cold water. Drain again and pat dry with paper towels.
3. Step 3Set a large, deep skillet or a wok over high heat. When pan is very hot, add oil; heat until near-smoking (oil will begin to ripple). Add broccoli and stir-fry until heated through, about 1 minute. Add dressing and toss to coat. Transfer to a platter to serve.