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!
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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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.
- 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.
- Drain, and immediately shock in cold water to stop cooking. Drain well.
- Combine the broccoli with the remaining ingredients, and toss well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
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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Alexandra says
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.
Hyosun says
haha Thank you!
Elizabeth says
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!
Hyosun says
Sounds good!
Hyosun says
Sounds great! Thanks!
Sarah Kalvin says
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.
Hyosun says
Korean sesame oil is usually toasted, but you can use either.
Ming says
I made this today and it was so simple and delicious!! Thank you for the recipe. 🙂
Nicola says
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?
Hyosun says
I usually eat it cold, but you can heat it up if you want.
Evelin Ledebuhr says
Thank you! I am planning a retirement party for our Korean Pastor and his wife. Your site has been very helpful.
ANNA KOMAR says
Hi! How long do you leave the broccoli in the cold water for?
Hyosun says
briefly to remove the remaining heat
Az says
hi, in which stage should i apply the 1 tablespoon sesame oil? i love this so much! thanks!
Hyosun says
Step 4. You can add all the seasoning at the same time for this dish. Enjoy!
Kay says
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!
Claire Eva says
Looks delicious! Thanks.
Hyosun says
Thank you! Hope you try it soon.
Helen says
Thank you so much for your recipe! I was also wondering how long this lasts in the fridge? I was thinking about meal prepping 🙂
Hyosun says
You’re welcome! It should be find up to 4 days.
TWINKLE says
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!
f2mp says
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.
Hyosun says
haha that’s cute. I am sure she had fun helping you.
Dramamom says
Great easy recipe. Thank you.
Hyosun says
Thanks!
SoyB says
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!
Hyosun Ro says
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!!
Sandra @Sandras Easy Cooking says
Fantastic recipe-simple, delicious and healthy! By the way, I didn’t like broccoli either but now I can eat whole head 😀
Hyosun Ro says
Thank you, Sandra! Wow whole head? I should try that. I am sure I can too. haha
atika says
Healthy and quick recipe. Your broccoli looks perfectly cooked 🙂
Hyosun Ro says
Thank you! I It was crunchy.
Rebecca Subbiah says
great and healthy recipe
Hyosun Ro says
Thanks!
Anonymous says
Very delishous