Stir-Fried Broccoli(Ch'Ao Chieh Lan) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. broccoli
2 Tbsp. peanut or corn oil
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. water
1 tsp. cornstarch, combined with 2 Tbsp. cold water (optional)

Preparation

Separate broccoli florets with small stems from large florets and stalks.
Cut the large part into thin pieces about 1 1/2-inches long to make 6 cups in all.
Rinse in cold water and drain.
Heat a wok until hot; add peanut oil and stir-fry the broccoli for about 2 minutes.
Add salt and sugar.
Mix well.
Add water and cover wok.
Cook over high heat for 2 minutes, stirring once.
Serve hot.