Wash broccoli well and separate into small florets. Peel stem and slice thinly. Wash, peel and thinly slice carrots. Peel, wash and thinly slice ginger and garlic. Squeeze the juice of oranges and mix with cornstarch, soy sauce, honey and half a cup of water. Reserve a little orange peel. Cut into thin strips and keep in cold water. Heat oil in a pan. Add broccoli stems and carrots and stir-fry for about two minutes. Add ginger, garlic and broccoli florets, stir-fry for another two minutes. Sprinkle a little water and cook for two to three minutes. Stir in orange juice mixture, cook on high heat for about a minute, stirring continuously. Do not overcook. Add salt and pepper. Remove orange rind from cold water and stir into the pan before serving. |