Ginger Sesame “Asian” Stir-fried Greens
2 tbsp sesame oil
3-4 cloves garlic, minced or ½ fresh garlic, minced
1 bunch braising greens, coarsely chopped
1 tbsp rice or cider vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
1 tsp red chili flakes or 1 tsp hot pepper, minced
2 tbsp sesame seeds
2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
Toast sesame seeds in a skillet over low heat — tossing or stirring often — until lightly toasted and fragrant. In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, ginger and chili, stir fry for 30 seconds, then add the greens. Toss and stir the greens until they’ve just wilted; remove from pan. Add the vinegar and tamari to pan to heat, then add the greens back to the pan with ½ of the sesame seeds, tossing to combine. Sprinkle remaining sesame seeds over top when served.