In this episode of

In the Kitchen

, NYC-based chef and welfare advocate

Sophia Roe

walks us through her herbed adzuki bean and charred broccoli salad recipe. Joined by her boyfriend Chris Calderon, Roe whips up this healthy, flavorful dish while touching on her love of cooking and the joy it can bring, especially during times of stress and uncertainty. Bon appétit!

Charred Broccoli and Herbed Adzuki Bean Salad

Photo: Courtesy of Sophia Roe

Charred Broccoli

2 cups broccoli
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1 hot pepper or 1/2 tsp chili flake
1 clove garlic
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 coconut aminos or soy sauce
salt & pepper to taste

Turn on a skillet to medium high heat. Add olive oil, green onion and hot pepper (or chili flake). Cook for 2 minutes. Add garlic, cook for another minute. Add in broccoli, cook for three minutes. Add in coconut aminos or soy sauce and cook until broccoli is tender and charred on the outside. Add salt and pepper and set aside.


Photos: Courtesy of Sophia Roe

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