Broccoli, Snow Pea and Mushroom Vegetable Mix

Ingredients

• 1.2 packet broccoli, separated into florets; blanched 2 minutes
• 2.2 packet snow peas, sliced in two on the diagonal; blanched 2 minutes
• 3.2 packet mushrooms, sliced; fried until most of liquid has evaporated
• 4.4 spring onion, chopped; added off heat
• 5.30 millilitre sesame seeds, toasted; or toasted flaked almonds; sprinkled on top before serving
• 6.60 millilitre soy sauce, added to mushrooms
• 7.30 millilitre honey, or golden syrup; added to mushrooms
• 8.salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1. 1.Separate broccoli into florets. Blanch for two minutes.
2. 2.Slice snow peas in two on the diagonal. Blanch for two minutes.
3. 3.Set aside in fridge on ice for an hour or two. If waiting time is to be longer, remove ice. Line a bowl with paper towelling, throw over the broccoli and peas. Refrigerate until needed. The paper towel will absorb excess water.
4. 4.Slice the mushrooms and fry until most of their liquid has evaporated. Add the soya sauce, honey, salt and pepper. Remove from stove and add the chopped spring onion.
5. 5.Pour this mixture over the broccoli and the snow peas. Mix through and put all in a casserole dish. Reheat the entire dish in the microwave for 5–6 minutes.
6. 6.Before serving, top with the sesame seeds or the almonds.

Notes

• Card note: 'This dish makes an enormous quantity — it will serve 12–15 people. I always halve it.'
• Components can be prepped well ahead; combine and reheat in microwave just before serving.