PAN-FRIED BROCCOLI STEMS
This was an experiment and now it is a keeper. Peel broccoli stems, slice them thin, and pan-fry in hot oil just until the slices are charred on the edges, then flip over and brown for just a little bit of time on the other side. If you do this just right, the medallions will have edges that are slightly crispy with that wonderful fried flavor, and tender interiors. With a little salt (or even without) they are irresistible. One stem's worth of medallions will disappear quickly, so count on 1 per person (at least!). Although you will use a fair amount of oil for frying, it doesn't all get absorbed by the broccoli stems.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner
Time 5m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Peel broccoli stems and slice crosswise, very thin, about 1/8 inch. (Don't slice paper-thin because then it's too easy to burn them.)
- Heat a heavy skillet over high heat and add enough oil to coat well (about 1/8 inch of oil in the pan). When oil is hot add broccoli stems in a single layer. (Don't add too many at a time because they will cook quickly and you need to turn them all over before they burn.) Turn heat down to medium-high and cook broccoli stems until edges are lightly brown, then flip over with tongs. Cook for 30 seconds to a minute more and remove from oil. Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and let cool for about a minute before eating.
- Continue with all of the broccoli stems, adding oil as needed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 185 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
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Jerome Cruz
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste.
Atif Aziz
[email protected]Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Brezzy G
[email protected]I'll definitely be making this recipe again.
Shiva Kunwar
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper!
Sirju Magar
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I loved this recipe.
Brget Phillip's
[email protected]This is a great way to use up leftover broccoli stems.
Khairul Alam
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so simple, yet so flavorful.
Precious Akpofure
[email protected]Yum!
Mulowa Terry Mate
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. The broccoli stems are cooked perfectly and the garlic butter sauce is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe!
Saymon Khan
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook broccoli, and this recipe is definitely a winner. The broccoli stems were cooked perfectly and the garlic butter sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Audrey P.
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the broccoli stems cooked this way. They said they tasted like French fries!
Sharon Harvey
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how good this recipe was. I've never been a big fan of broccoli stems, but they were really good cooked this way. The garlic butter sauce was also very flavorful.
sempereza gideon
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The broccoli stems are cooked quickly and the garlic butter sauce is very flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
jason okpeaha
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The broccoli stems are always cooked perfectly and the garlic butter sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!
Uche Olivia
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the broccoli stems are always cooked perfectly. The garlic butter sauce is also delicious. I always serve this dish with rice or noodles.
Shree Narayana Rana
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover broccoli stems. I had a bunch of stems that I didn't know what to do with, so I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The broccoli stems were delicious and the garlic butter sauce was perf
Wahab Zar
[email protected]Wow! I never thought broccoli stems could be so delicious! I was amazed at how easy this recipe was to follow. The broccoli stems were cooked to perfection and had a slightly crunchy texture. The garlic and butter sauce was the perfect complement to