Garlicky Sesame-Cured Broccoli Salad

By á-3711

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 t red wine vinegar
• 1 t kosher salt, more to taste
• 2 heads broccoli, 1 lb. each, cut into bite-size florets
• 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 fat garlic cloves, minced
• 2 t cumin seeds
• 2 t roasted (Asian) sesame oil
• Large pinch crushed red pepper flakes

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, stir together the vinegar and salt. Add broccoli and toss to combine.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil until hot, but not smoking. Add garlic and cumin and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.Stir in sesame oil and pepper flakes. Pour mixture over broccoli and toss well.

Let sit for a least 1 hour at room temperature, and up to 48. (Chill it if you want to keep it for more than 2 hours). Adjust seasonings (it may need more salt) and serve.