Best 7 Broccoli Rabe Dumplings Recipes

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# Must-Try Broccoli Rabe Dumplings: Experience an Explosion of Flavors!

Broccoli rabe dumplings, a delectable fusion of Italian and Chinese cuisines, offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These dumplings, also known as broccoli rabe wontons or broccoli rabe potstickers, are a unique culinary creation that combines the savory notes of broccoli rabe with the delicate texture of a dumpling wrapper. Inside this article, you'll find a collection of broccoli rabe dumpling recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. From classic steamed dumplings to pan-fried variations with a crispy golden crust, these recipes promise an unforgettable culinary journey. Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure as we explore the secrets behind these delectable treats.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches broccoli rabe
3 tablespoons good olive oil
6 large cloves garlic, sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut off and discard the tough ends of the broccoli rabe and cut the rest of into 2-inch pieces. Place the broccoli in a colander and rinse. Drain well. Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Add the garlic and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, until golden brown. Remove the garlic with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Add the broccoli to the hot oil. Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and cook, covered, over medium to low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until the stalks are tender but still al dente. Add the reserved garlic, check the seasonings, and serve hot.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 bunches (12 to 16 ounces each) broccoli rabe (rapini), stems trimmed
1/4 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
1/3 cup raisins
Salt
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Working in batches, cook the broccoli rabe in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp tender, about 1 minute per bunch. Transfer the broccoli rabe to a large bowl of ice water to cool. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Strain the cooled broccoli rabe and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and saute until the garlic is golden, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the broccoli rabe and toss to coat. Add the reserved cooking water, the raisins, and cook until the broccoli rabe is heated through and the stems are tender, about 4 minutes. Season with salt, to taste. Just before serving, toss the mixture with the pine nuts.

BROCCOLI RABE DUMPLINGS



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Served in individual Chinese soup spoons, these dumplings make elegant hors d'oeuvres.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 bunch broccoli rabe (about 1 pound)
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted and finely chopped
36 dumpling skins
Cornstarch, for dusting
Olive oil, for brushing
Parsley Oil
1 tablespoon small fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves
Ice water, for bath

Steps:

  • Bring large stockpot of salted water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Trim and discard stems of broccoli rabe. Place broccoli rabe in boiling water; cook until tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Drain, and transfer to ice bath to stop cooking. Drain again. Finely chop, and set aside.
  • Heat oil in medium skillet over low heat. Add garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes. Raise heat to medium. Add broccoli rabe and pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper; cook 5 minutes. Transfer to food processor. Pulse until finely chopped, but not pureed, about 15 pulses.
  • Lightly dust parchment-lined baking pan with cornstarch, and set aside. Place a dumpling skin on a clean surface. Using your fingertip, wet edge of both sides of skin. Place 2 teaspoons broccoli rabe mixture in center. Draw up edges; make a small pleat. Squeeze pleat firmly together; continue making pleats until dumpling is sealed. Place completed dumpling on prepared pan. Loosely cover with plastic wrap. Repeat process, using remaining skins and filling.
  • Fill wok or a high-sided saucepan with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, bringing water to a simmer. Using a pastry brush, generously brush top and bottom compartments of large bamboo steamer basket with oil. Brush any excess cornstarch from dumplings; arrange loosely in compartments. Assemble steamer, cover, and place over simmering water. Steam until wrappers are soft and filling is heated through, 10 to 12 minutes, switching top and bottom compartments halfway through steaming.
  • Pour 1 teaspoon parsley oil into a Chinese soup spoon; place dumpling on top. If using another vessel, drizzle oil over dumpling. Garnish with a parsley leaf, and serve.

ROASTED BROCCOLI RABE



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If you've never roasted broccoli rabe, this recipe will be a revelation. The high heat renders the stems and florets tender while the leaves crisp around the edges, like kale chips but with a spicy broccoli bite. Make sure not to crowd the pan or everything will steam rather than roast. This recipe will also work with regular broccoli. Cut the head up into bite-sized pieces and add 5 to 10 minutes to the cooking time.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed of any tough, fibrous stems (tender ones are fine)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
Pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Toss broccoli rabe with olive oil, salt and red pepper flakes. Toss garlic cloves into rabe and spread on a sheet pan.
  • Roast rabe for about 10 minutes. It's done when the stems are tender and the leaves are crisp at the edges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 87, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 183 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

BAKED BROCCOLI RABE WITH PARMESAN



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Broccoli rabe usually doesn't make it past a sauté pan with garlic and olive oil, nor does it need to. But the extra step of baking it in the oven with a shower of grated Parmesan on top - a suggestion from the chef John Schenk that was written up in a 1997 Minimalist column - is one to try. Blanch the broccoli rabe until it's bright green and nearly tender, then cook it in a pan with golden toasted garlic. From there, put it in a baking dish, sprinkle with cheese, and bake until it the cheese melts, which Parmesan does unevenly - but in a good way. This is a recipe that can easily be started, stopped and picked back up later, either after the blanching or after the sautéing. It can also be served at room temperature, so despite the three-step cooking process, it's pretty flexible.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Salt
3 pounds broccoli rabe, washed and trimmed
2 to 4 tablespoons olive oil, plus some for greasing the pan
10 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Drop broccoli rabe into the water, and cook until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Remove, and plunge into ice water. Drain.
  • Place 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet, and turn heat to medium-high. Toast garlic in oil until golden. Chop broccoli rabe into pieces, about an inch or two long, and add to skillet. Toss, then turn off heat.
  • Add broccoli rabe mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake until cheese melts, about 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 191, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 599 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

MARIA'S BROCCOLI RABE



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This is a nice side dish served with baked chicken or fish. Virtually not fattening and very healthy for you.

Provided by Maria

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cut an X in the bottom of the stems of the broccoli rabe and place in the boiling water. Cook until tender but still firm, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and saute garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the broccoli rabe and saute 10 to 15 minutes, or until desired doneness. Dust with parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 52.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SICILIAN-STYLE BROCCOLI RABE



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This is the way broccoli rabe was meant to be cooked. This goes great with a nice steak or fish. Serve with crusty Italian bread and some good vino. The best part is dipping the crusty bread in those juices. Buon appetito!

Provided by iMakeItRainInTheKitchen

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch broccoli rabe, ends trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 clove garlic, very thinly sliced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons water
¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cut thick, lower stems off broccoli rabe and peel. Reserve florets and leaves.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes; saute until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Add stems; saute until coated with oil, about 45 seconds. Pour in water; continue cooking until stems are mostly tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in florets, leaves, and salt. Cover skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer broccoli rabe and its juices to a serving bowl. Top with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 137.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • Prep the Broccoli Rabe Properly: Before using the broccoli rabe, trim the tough ends and chop the florets into bite-sized pieces. Wash them thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients greatly impacts the final dish. Use fresh broccoli rabe, garlic, and Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
  • Don't Overcook the Broccoli Rabe: Broccoli rabe cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked broccoli rabe becomes limp and loses its vibrant color and flavor.
  • Season the Dumplings Generously: Don't be afraid to season the dumplings well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, and garlic powder to enhance their flavor.
  • Cook the Dumplings in a Well-Seasoned Pan: Use a well-seasoned pan to cook the dumplings to prevent them from sticking. A cast-iron skillet works well for this purpose.
  • Serve the Dumplings Immediately: Broccoli rabe dumplings are best served immediately after cooking. They are delicious on their own or as a side dish with your favorite protein.

Conclusion:

Broccoli rabe dumplings are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. With their crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, these dumplings are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting, this recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to make some amazing broccoli rabe dumplings!

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