Jade Green Broccoli

• broccoli↗1 1⁄2 lbs
• corn oil (or any neutral oil)↗1 tablespoon
• freshly grated gingerroot↗1 teaspoon
• garlic cloves, minced↗2
• pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• water chestnut, sliced (if using canned water chestnuts, rinse and drain well)1⁄2 cup
• soy sauce↗3 tablespoons
• brown sugar↗3 tablespoons
• sesame oil↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• gin↗3 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut broccoli up into florets. Slice stems.

2. 2

   Bring a pot of salted water to boiling. Blanch the broccoli for about 2 minutes but no longer than 3 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to drain.

3. 3

   Heat the corn oil in a wok on medium-high heat. Add the ginger and garlic and sautè for about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn! (Reduce heat if necessary.).

4. 4

   Add the drained broccoli, black pepper and water chestnuts to the wok. Stir fry 1-2 minutes.

5. 5

   In a small glass bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar and sesame oil. Add to the broccoli.

6. 6

   Add the gin, cover wok and cook 1 minute.

7. 7

   Transfer to a platter and serve hot.