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Broccoli Sesame Noodles


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  • Author: Sarah Mason
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Omnivore

Description

Hearty noodles tossed with garlicky broccoli and a sesame-soy dressing. Topped with creamy avocado and crunchy cashews.


Ingredients

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  • 3/4 lb lo mein noodles
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 6 heads broccoli
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
  • 2 avocados
  • Cashews
  • Scallions
  • Tamari

Instructions

  1. Boil the noodles according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 teaspoons sesame oil in a large skillet (with a lid) over medium heat.
  3. Add the garlic and sauté until garlic begins to brown, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the broccoli and cook, uncovered, for another 3-4 minutes until the bottom of the broccoli browns. Do not stir during this part (it needs to sit long enough to char).
  5. Once the broccoli is charred, add 1 tablespoon soy sauce to the skillet and stir, then cover and let steam until broccoli is tender, about 3-5 minutes. If the bottom of your pan seems dry, drizzle with additional sesame oil (one teaspoon at a time).
  6. Add the cooked and drained lo mein noodles to the skillet with the broccoli.
  7. Stir until everything is combined. The noodles might be sticky, so drizzle them with sesame oil and work them apart with your hands or tongs.
  8. Add in cashews, avocado, and scallions.
  9. Season with black sesame seeds, then drizzle with tamari.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, toast the cashews in a dry skillet before adding them to the noodles.
  • If you don’t have lo mein noodles, substitute with spaghetti or linguine. Cook time may vary.
  • To prevent the avocado from browning, add it just before serving and store leftovers separately.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20
  • Carbohydrates: 70
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 15