Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce

A traditional Chinese dish featuring crisp and tender gai lan in a flavorful oyster sauce dressing.

Ingredients

2	tablespoons oyster sauce
1⁄2	teaspoon cornstarch
2	tablespoons chicken stock
1	tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
1⁄2	teaspoon sugar
1	teaspoon soy sauce
1⁄2	teaspoon sesame oil
1	finely shredded ginger
1	garlic
1	-1 ½ lb gai lan (chinese broccoli)
1	teaspoon soy sauce
1	tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

• 1. In a small saucepan, combine oyster sauce, cornstarch, chicken stock, rice wine, sugar, soy sauce, ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil and cook until the sauce thickens. Set aside.
  2. Wash the gai lan in cold water and trim off tough bottoms. Peel thick stalks and cut the gai lan into thirds if desired.
  3. In a wok, bring 1-3 quarts of water to a boil and add soy sauce and olive oil. Add the greens, cover with a lid, and bring back to a boil. Turn off the heat and let the greens steam for a minute or two.
  4. Check one green stalk for doneness; it should be tender and crisp. Drain immediately, shake off excess water, transfer to a platter, pour the dressing over, and serve immediately.

Jul 19, 2024