Broccoli or Cauliflower with a Soy-Lemon Dressing

Ingredients

• 2 lbs broccoli or cauliflower (about 2 bunches broccoli)

Soy-Lemon Dressing

• 3-4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar

Directions

1. 1

   Using a sharp paring knife, peel the tough skin from the broccoli stems and cut away the stem ends.

2. 2

   Cut off the florets and cut the peeled stems on the diagonal into 1 1/2-inch thick sections.

3. 3

   Separate the larger florets so that all are approximately the same size.

4. 4

   If cooking cauliflower, remove any leaves and break or cut into florets, about 1 1/2 inches wide.

5. 5

   Arrange the broccoli or cauliflower in a steamer tray, or on a plate set on a rack.

6. 6

   Fill a wok or pot with several inches of water and heat to boiling.

7. 7

   Place the vegetable over the boiling water and steam 6-8 minutes, or until tender.

8. 8

   I like my veggies crisp tender so I steam mine just a few minutes.

9. 9

   Steam them till they're the way you like, check after 3-4 minutes.

10. 10

    Drain any water from the broccoli or cauliflower.

11. 11

    Put the vegetable in a serving bowl, add the dressing, toss lightly and serve.