"Instead of deep-frying the broccoli in this sesame noodles recipe, we used a high-heat roasting method...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 large head of broccoli, cut into large florets with some stalk attached
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2 garlic cloves, 1 finely grated, 1 thinly sliced, divided
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1 1/2 teaspoons sambal oelek
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1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar, divided
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3/4 cup vegetable oil, divided
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more
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3 scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced, plus more for serving
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1 (3-inch) piece ginger, peeled, cut into 1-inch matchsticks
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4 cups chopped Tuscan kale leaves
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2 (10-ounce) packages fresh ramen noodles or 2 (3-ounce) packages dried
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Torn mint leaves and toasted sesame seeds (for serving)