Dim Sum Style Gai Lan Chinese Broccoli Recipe

How to Make Dim Sum Style Gai Lan Chinese Broccoli

1. **Prep the Gai Lan:** Rinse 1 pound of gai lan (or broccolini) thoroughly and trim the tough ends of the stems.
2. **Boil the Water:** Bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil in a large saucepan or stockpot.
3. **Flavor the Water:** Add 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon minced ginger to the boiling water. Stir to combine.
4. **Blanch the Gai Lan:** Add the prepared gai lan to the boiling water.
5. **Simmer to Perfection:** Cover the pot and simmer for 4-5 minutes, or until the gai lan is bright green and tender-crisp. Don't overcook!
6. **Drain and Prepare for Sauce:** Drain the gai lan well and set aside.
7. **Make the Oyster Sauce:** In a small saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon water (or broth), 1 tablespoon mirin, and 1 teaspoon sugar.
8. **Simmer the Sauce:** Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
9. **Dress and Serve:** Drizzle the warm oyster sauce over the drained gai lan and sprinkle generously with sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!