Broccoli and Water Chestnuts in Citrus-Ginger Sauce

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== Description ==
Contributed by Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends Y-Group
* Makes 6 to 8 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 2 pounds broccoli, washed well
* 2 tablespoons safflower oil
* 2 tablespoons minced ginger
* 1 tablespoon minced garlic
* 1 x 6 oz can water chestnuts, drained well
* ¾ cup orange juice
* ¼ cup water
* 2 tablespoons tamari
* 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot
* 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
* 1 teaspoon unbleached cane sugar
* 2 tablespoons orange zest
== Directions ==
# Begin by cutting the tops off the broccoli, then cut them into small florets, and set aside.
# Peel the stems of the broccoli, removing and discarding any tough parts; Cut the stems in half lengthwise, and then thinly slice them.
# In a wok or large non-stick skillet, stir-fry the sliced broccoli stems in the oil for 3 minutes.
# Add the reserved broccoli florets, ginger, and garlic, and stir-fry an additional 3 minutes or until crisp tender.
# Add the water chestnuts and stir-fry for an additional 1 minute.
# In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, water, tamari, cornstarch, toasted sesame oil, and sugar, and whisk well to dissolve the cornstarch.
# Add the orange juice mixture to the wok, along with the orange zest, and cook stirring constantly until sauce has thickened.
# Transfer to a large bowl or platter for service.
== Nutritional information ==
* Calories 64
* Fat 4 Carbs 7 g
* Sodium 20 Mg
* Fiber 2 g
Category:Broccoli Recipes
Category:Ginger Recipes
Category:Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends
Category:Orange juice Recipes
Category:Water chestnut Recipes