Broccolini With Sesame Sauce and Lemon
Tender-crisp broccolini served on a bed of umami-rich sesame sauce, topped with candied lemon slices and toasted sesame seeds. This Japanese-inspired dish combines sweet, savory, and citrus flavors.
Ingredients
- •6 bunches broccolini
- •1 tsp Kosher salt
- •¼ cup tahini
- •2 Tbsp white miso
- •1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- •1 Tbsp mirin
- •1 Tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- •1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- •4 Tbsp vegetable oil
- •2 tsp honey
- •½ whole lemon
- •2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Cook broccolini in a large pot of boiling salted water until bright green and crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Drain and transfer to paper towels.
7 min
- 2.
Meanwhile, mix tahini, miso, soy sauce, mirin, vinegar, sesame oil, 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 tsp. honey, and 2 Tbsp. water in a small bowl to combine; season sesame sauce with salt.
5 min
- 3.
Cut lemon lengthwise into quarters, then thinly slice crosswise. Toss in a small bowl with remaining 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil and remaining 1 tsp. honey; season lightly with salt.
5 min
- 4.
Spread sesame sauce on a platter and arrange broccolini on top. Scatter lemon over; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
3 min
- 5.
Do Ahead: Sesame sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.
