Shelly's Recipe

ASIAN BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC BUTTER AND CASHEWS

Category: Broccoli

1 1/2 lbs fresh broccoli, cut into small florets 1/3 cup butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp crushed red chili flakes, optional
1 tbsp brown sugar
3 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp white vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper, or to taste
1/3 to 1/2 cup chopped salted cashews

Steam the broccoli florets or beans until just fork-tender (about 5 minutes, do not cook until very soft; immediately plunge into a bowl of ice water, then drain very well on paper towels (this may be done up to a day in advance and refrigerate the veggies).

When ready to use for the recipe heat in microwave until hot, then transfer into a large serving bowl.

In a small skillet melt the butter over medium-high heat; add in garlic and chili flakes; saute stirring for 1 minute. Add in brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar and black pepper; bring to a boil, then immediately remove from heat; mix in the salted cashews.

Pour the garlic/butter sauce over the broccoli florets or beans and toss to coat. Serves 4-6

NOTE: Can use 1 lbs fresh green beans, ends removed in place of broccoli