Best 5 Elegant Endives Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony: Discover the Elegance of Endives Recipes**

Endives, with their delicate leaves and slightly bitter flavor, offer a unique culinary canvas for a symphony of flavors. From the classic simplicity of Braised Endives to the vibrant zest of Endive Salad with Orange and Fennel, this article presents a curated collection of endive recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey where endives take center stage, transformed into elegant appetizers, refreshing salads, and delectable main courses. Each recipe is carefully crafted to showcase the versatility of this exceptional vegetable, promising a delightful experience with every bite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

13 BEST WAYS TO COOK WITH ENDIVES



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Try these easy Belgian endive recipes for dinner tonight! From salad to soup to appetizer bites, you'll gain a new appreciation for endives.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

Endive Salad with Parmesan and Orange
Endive Roquefort Salad
Braised Belgian Endives
Stuffed Endive Appetizer with Blue Cheese and Apple
Endive, Citrus, and Avocado Salad
Belgian Endive Soup
Endive, Walnut, and Grape Salad
Belgian Endive and Ham Gratin (Endives au Jambon)
Roasted Endive with Walnut Vinaigrette
Endive Boats with Pear, Blue Cheese, and Shallot Vinaigrette
Pear, Walnut, and Endive Appetizer Bites
Black Bean Salad Stuffed Endive
Fall Abundance Endive Salad with Crispy Chickpeas

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep an endive recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

SAUTéED ENDIVE WITH BALSAMIC BUTTER



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Searing the endives so they retain some crispness, then topping them with balsamic butter, gives this dish, adapted from the cookbook "Eat in My Kitchen" by Meike Peters, its panache. Because it's hard to make less balsamic butter than is called for, you wind up with enough for about a dozen endives, not just three; the endives portion of the recipe can be easily expanded to match, making this a great dish for entertaining. Or, use the leftover butter to top fish, roasted carrots and such. The butter keeps well in the refrigerator but should be used at room temperature; heating may cause it to break down.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     for two, quick, vegetables, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 medium-small heads Belgian endive, trimmed, halved vertically
Fine sea salt
2 tablespoons good-quality balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, in small pieces
Pinch of sugar
Coarsely ground black pepper
3 tablespoons fresh marjoram or oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet. Add endive halves, cut side down, and sear on medium-high heat for a couple of minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown but still somewhat firm in the middle. Salt to taste, transfer to a serving dish and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Simmer vinegar in a small saucepan for about a minute. Remove from heat and whisk in butter bit by bit. Whisk in sugar and, if desired, some salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle some of the balsamic butter on endives, strew with marjoram and dust with pepper. Serve. Remaining balsamic butter can be refrigerated for future use.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 124, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 147 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

ELEGANT ENDIVES



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Provided by Erika Lenkert

Categories     Nut     Appetizer     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     New Year's Eve     Blue Cheese     Honey     Endive

Yield Makes approximately 10 to 15 endives

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head endive
1 cup of blue cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup spiced nuts , chopped
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Slice off the base of the endive and separate the endive leaves, carefully pulling them off at the base so they're intact.
  • Lay the leaves on a large servign tray in a decorative pattern - such as concentric circles or diagonal rows.
  • Fill the base of each leaf (the strongest and whitest part) with a heaping teaspoon of blue cheese crumbles. Sprinkle each with nuts and top with a drop or two of honey.
  • Now slip into something fabulous.

PAN-ROASTED ENDIVE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 halved heads endive cut-side down; season with salt. Cook until browned and softened, turning once, about 10 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon water, 1 teaspoon sugar and a pinch of salt. Simmer, turning to coat, until syrupy, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle with chives.

ENDIVE SALAD



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Colorful endive leaves are drizzled with an easy, no-cook dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 green endives
3 red endives
1 lemon, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Trim ends of endives. Halve endives lengthwise and thinly slice lengthwise. Toss in salad bowl with lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Salad can be made a few hours ahead and kept chilled in the fridge until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right endives: Look for firm, tightly closed heads with bright green leaves. Avoid any that are wilted or have brown spots.
  • Prepare the endives properly: Cut off the root end and any tough outer leaves. Then, slice the endives lengthwise into quarters or halves, depending on their size.
  • Use a variety of fillings: The possibilities are endless when it comes to fillings for stuffed endives. Some popular options include blue cheese, goat cheese, walnuts, almonds, dried cranberries, and chopped herbs.
  • Don't overcook the endives: Endives are best when they are still slightly crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy and less flavorful.
  • Serve the endives immediately: Stuffed endives are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. If you must make them ahead of time, store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Elegant endives are a delicious and versatile appetizer or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With their delicate flavor and endless possibilities for fillings, they are sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to serve endives, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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