Growing up, I loved broccoli but it was always boiled. This sesame-roasted broccoli recipe changes everything.
Sesame Oil for Sesame-Roasted Broccoli
Sesame oil, as its name suggests is an oil derived from sesame seeds. There are two types of oil, with the light, untoasted version often used for deep frying due to its high smoke point. Toasted sesame oil, however, is used to add a nutty flavour to food. Its low smoke point makes it highly unsuitable for high-temperature cooking in most instances. Try this prawn sweet chilli recipe made with sesame oil.
Toasted sesame oil is the most commonly found oil and will work with this roasted broccoli recipe. When looking for sesame oil, look for a higher quality oil as some cheaper varieties are mixed with soybean oil. If in doubt, check the ingredients the list should read 100% sesame oil or just sesame oil.
Sesame-Roasted Broccoli
Ingredients
- 320 grams of broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220C, 200C for a fan-assisted oven, 425F, or Gas 7.
- In a small bowl whisk the oil and soy sauce together. Then add the broccoli florets and toss through the dressing with the sesame seeds.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lay the broccoli in a single layer.
- Roast in the centre of the preheated oven for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes turn the broccoli florets, and cook for another 6-8 minutes until crisp, brown, and the stalks are tender.
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