Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan) Salad

1. 1

   Wash the Chinese broccoli. Cut off 1-2 inches from the head of the stem (the part that is too old, just like the head of asparagus).

2. 2

   Make garlic water for the sauce by pressing garlic clove in about 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl. Let sit for a minute, then use a spoon to remove the small pieces of garlic; discard.

3. 3

   In another small bowl, make the sauce for the salad. Add and pinch of salt and pepper, light soy sauce, Make the sauce for the salad using another small bowl. Add the following seasonings: a pinch of salt, a dash of black pepper, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, the garlic water, and sesame oil. Mix well and set aside.

4. 4

   Fill a 2-quart saucepan with water and bring to a boil. When water comes to a rolling boil, add olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. The salt and olive oil will keep the broccoli green. Put the washed Chinese broccoli in the water and cook for about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Take out the Chinese broccoli and put in a serving bowl. Pour the sauce evenly over the Chinese broccoli. Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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