Chinese Takeout-on-a-Stick


This one was good.  I was worried about barbequing broccoli, but it turned out well.  I would recommend cutting the red pepper in half though...it was a little spicy, but I loved it :)

RECIPE:

Combine 3 tablespoons each reduced-sodium soy sauce and sesame oil.  Stir in 4 teaspoons each brown sugar and minced fresh ginger root, 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.  Set aside 3 tablespoons for basting.  Add 1 pound cubed boneless skinless chicken breasts to remaining mixture; toss to coat.  Thread chicken and 3 cups fresh broccoli florets onto four metal skewers.  Grill covered over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink, turning occasionally; baste with reserved soy sauce mix during last 4 minutes of cooking.  Makes 4 servings.

I did not have sesame oil, so I used veggie oil, and I do not have fresh ginger root so the powered stuff will have to do :)  I was also concerned about barbequing fresh, uncooked broccoli, so I bought a fresh head and lightly steamed it before skewering it and grilling.  I did not have enough sauce on reserve and I reserved about 1/4 cup, so I would recommend more sauce.

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