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    Sesame Broccoli

    Published 10/06/2013. Updated 06/05/2020

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    Broccoli is one of those vegetables you either love or hate. My children didn’t like it when they were little. Yes, I had to repeat the infamous phrase, “eat your broccoli”, every time I put it on the table. They eventually grew up to love broccoli.Sesame broccoli is one of our favorite ways to eat it.
    Broccoli is available all year round, and this sesame broccoli is quick and easy, making it a great side dish to any meal!
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    Blanch (or steam) the broccoli, dress it with generous amounts of sesame oil and sesame seeds, and season with salt. There you have it – a delicious side dish that’s nutty, crunchy, and delicious! Eat your broccoli!
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    Have you tried this sesame broccoli recipe? Please rate the recipe below and leave a comment! Stay in touch by following me onYouTube,Pinterest,Twitter,Facebook, andInstagram.
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    Sesame Broccoli

    4.52 from 82 votes
    Side Dish
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
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    Ingredients

    • 1 pound broccoli
    • 1 teaspoon salt for blanching
    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, roasted and crushed (see note)
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
    • salt to taste about 1/2 teaspoon

    Instructions

    • Cut the broccoli head from the stem. Cut the head into small florets. Peel the stems and cut into small pieces.
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    • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a teaspoon of salt and broccoli, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until it reaches the desired tenderness.
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    • Drain, and immediately shock in cold water to stop cooking. Drain well.
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    • Combine the broccoli with the remaining ingredients, and toss well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
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    Notes

    *In a pan, roast sesame seeds over medium low heat for 4 to 5 minutes. Stir occasionally. Then, crush the seeds in a blender or grounder by pulsing them a couple of times.
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    Comments

    1. Alexandra says

      November 19, 2024 at 5:09 pm

      5 stars
      Here, begrudgingly take my five stars. I love broccoli. I didn’t think you could improve upon what nature has already done with broccoli. I was wrong. Koreans make everything better. This is delicious and I am so sorry for doubting you.

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        November 19, 2024 at 8:24 pm

        haha Thank you!

        Reply
    2. Elizabeth says

      April 07, 2024 at 11:41 pm

      I just made this and it is delicious. The recipe worked perfectly. I crushed the garlic instead of mincing it, and I toasted the sesame seeds in a skillet on the stovetop. I mixed the oil, salt and garlic together and then poured it over the broccoli.

      Thank you for this recipe!

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        April 15, 2024 at 10:02 am

        Sounds good!

        Reply
      • Hyosun says

        April 15, 2024 at 10:18 am

        Sounds great! Thanks!

        Reply
    3. Sarah Kalvin says

      September 26, 2023 at 12:23 am

      Can’t wait to try this recipe. Is the sesame oil toasted or regular? I’m waiting to hear which so I can make it.

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        September 27, 2023 at 10:09 pm

        Korean sesame oil is usually toasted, but you can use either.

        Reply
    4. Ming says

      August 31, 2022 at 6:13 am

      5 stars
      I made this today and it was so simple and delicious!! Thank you for the recipe. 🙂

      Reply
    5. Nicola says

      January 26, 2021 at 6:20 pm

      I followed this link from the Bulgogi Salmon recipe. Do you usually wat this broccoli cold (after blanching) or do you hear it up again to serve?

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        January 27, 2021 at 12:13 am

        I usually eat it cold, but you can heat it up if you want.

        Reply
    6. Evelin Ledebuhr says

      July 13, 2020 at 1:54 pm

      Thank you! I am planning a retirement party for our Korean Pastor and his wife. Your site has been very helpful.

      Reply
    7. ANNA KOMAR says

      March 23, 2020 at 11:14 pm

      Hi! How long do you leave the broccoli in the cold water for?

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        March 24, 2020 at 11:53 am

        briefly to remove the remaining heat

        Reply
    8. Az says

      November 02, 2019 at 3:12 am

      hi, in which stage should i apply the 1 tablespoon sesame oil? i love this so much! thanks!

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        November 03, 2019 at 3:42 pm

        Step 4. You can add all the seasoning at the same time for this dish. Enjoy!

        Reply
    9. Kay says

      April 27, 2019 at 8:39 pm

      What is the shelf life for this? I made some but I cant finish it in one day so just wondering how long I can keep it in the fridge. Thanks!

      Reply
    10. Claire Eva says

      August 26, 2018 at 11:14 am

      Looks delicious! Thanks.

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        August 26, 2018 at 10:05 pm

        Thank you! Hope you try it soon.

        Reply
    11. Helen says

      November 16, 2017 at 4:42 pm

      Thank you so much for your recipe! I was also wondering how long this lasts in the fridge? I was thinking about meal prepping 🙂

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        November 18, 2017 at 2:02 pm

        You’re welcome! It should be find up to 4 days.

        Reply
    12. TWINKLE says

      May 23, 2016 at 1:26 pm

      Thank you so much for posting this recipe! It is one of my favorite banchan and I am happy to find that it is so simple to recreate at home. I really enjoy Korean cuisine so I am immensely grateful for all the work you put into this website. Your family, and now all of us through the internet, are so fortunate to have you as a source for Korean cuisine!

      Reply
    13. f2mp says

      September 09, 2015 at 1:45 am

      This namul tastes great until my 2 year old who was helping decided it needs more salt!! LOL! Note to self: move the salt bowl away from her next time.

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        September 09, 2015 at 10:41 pm

        haha that’s cute. I am sure she had fun helping you.

        Reply
    14. Dramamom says

      September 05, 2015 at 2:09 am

      Great easy recipe. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Hyosun says

        September 09, 2015 at 10:45 pm

        Thanks!

        Reply
    15. SoyB says

      October 24, 2013 at 3:37 pm

      We eat it this way all the time when we eat Korean or Asian and roasted when eating with more western/American food. The kids love it. Yours looks so beautiful. Sometimes I get distracted and over blanch the broccoli and it breaks apart… I throw it into hot rice and make a quick bibimbap!

      Another really great vegetable to cook “namul” style is kale! My girls gobble it up!

      Reply
      • Hyosun Ro says

        October 25, 2013 at 3:11 am

        It’s easy to over blanch. I do that too sometimes. Good idea to throw them in bibimbap. Great that your kids eat kale. Kale namul is my favorite too, especially with baby kale. I’m going to post a recipe soon. Thanks for visiting and sharing your stories! Happy cooking!!

        Reply
    16. Sandra @Sandras Easy Cooking says

      October 10, 2013 at 4:45 am

      Fantastic recipe-simple, delicious and healthy! By the way, I didn’t like broccoli either but now I can eat whole head 😀

      Reply
      • Hyosun Ro says

        October 10, 2013 at 4:56 am

        Thank you, Sandra! Wow whole head? I should try that. I am sure I can too. haha

        Reply
    17. atika says

      October 09, 2013 at 9:57 am

      Healthy and quick recipe. Your broccoli looks perfectly cooked 🙂

      Reply
      • Hyosun Ro says

        October 09, 2013 at 12:08 pm

        Thank you! I It was crunchy.

        Reply
    18. Rebecca Subbiah says

      October 06, 2013 at 11:43 pm

      great and healthy recipe

      Reply
      • Hyosun Ro says

        October 07, 2013 at 12:05 am

        Thanks!

        Reply
      • Anonymous says

        March 03, 2014 at 6:00 pm

        Very delishous

        Reply
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