Subject: ~~Broccoli and Noodle Stir-Fry~~ Sun May 23, 2010 6:22 pm
Serves: 4 Cooking time (approx.): 5 minutes Style: Oriental Vegetarian
1 medium broccoli cut into florets 2 pack(s) noodles with seasoning packet 1 tablespoon(s) cornflour 1 tablespoon(s) soy sauce 2 teaspoon(s) white vinegar 1 teaspoon(s) red chilli flakes 2 cup(s) cold water 2 tablespoon(s) sesame oil 1 tablespoon(s) finely chopped garlic salt to taste
1. Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling salted water for about 5 minutes. Reserve the seasoning packets and cook the noodles in boiling salted water till tender but firm. 2. In a bowl, prepare a sauce by mixing the contents of the seasoning packets with cornflour, soy sauce, vinegar, chilli flakes and water. 3. Heat the oil in a wok. Add the garlic and fry briefly till soft. Add the blanched broccoli florets and keep stir-frying on medium-high heat for about 3 minutes or till the broccoli is crunchy but tender. 4. Stir in the sauce, cooked noodles and saute on high-medium heat for about 2 minute(s) or till the broccoli and noodles are well-coated with the sauce.
TIPS: * The secret of a good stir-fry dish lies in the fact that the vegetables should be crunchy-cooked and not overcooked. * It is best to prepare a stir-fry dish just before a meal so as to serve it immediately.
Serve hot immediately with: Stir-Fried Bean Sprouts.