Chinese-Style Broccoli Salad

• fresh broccoli↗2 heads
• vegetable oil↗2 tablespoons
• salt↗1 tablespoon
• light soy sauce↗2 tablespoons
• distilled white vinegar↗2 tablespoons
• sesame oil↗2 tablespoons
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• white sugar↗1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Separate broccoli into bite-sized florets. Peel tough skin off stem and qarther it into 2 inch pieces cut slantwise.

2. 2

   Bring 2 1/2 quarts water, 2 tablespoons oil and 1 tablespoon salt to boil. Add broccoli and boil quickly for 1 minute; plunge into cold water to set color; drain and place on platter or in a bowl.

3. 3

   In a small bowl combine soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and sugar. Pour mixture over broccoli, toss. This salad can be served hot or cold, your choice!