Best 20 Sauteed Broccoli Recipes

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**Sauteed Broccoli: A Journey Through Culinary Simplicity and Nutritional Abundance**

In the realm of culinary versatility, sauteed broccoli stands as a shining example of simplicity, nutrition, and delectable flavor. This classic dish finds its roots in innumerable kitchens worldwide, beloved for its ability to complement diverse cuisines and cater to various dietary preferences. With its vibrant green florets and crisp texture, sauteed broccoli emerges as a culinary chameleon, adapting seamlessly to a myriad of seasonings and cooking techniques.

Within this comprehensive guide, we embark on a culinary expedition to explore the art of sauteing broccoli, unraveling its nutritional secrets, and presenting a diverse selection of recipes that showcase its remarkable potential. From the classic stir-fry to innovative fusion creations, these recipes illuminate the culinary prowess of this unassuming vegetable. Embark on this gastronomic journey, and discover the boundless possibilities that await you in the world of sauteed broccoli.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

SAUTEED BROCCOLI



Sauteed Broccoli image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
Pinch red pepper flakes
1 bunch broccoli, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil, garlic, and pepper flakes in a large skillet of medium heat until fragrant and garlic begins to brown, about 30 seconds. Stir in broccoli and cook until the broccoli is bright green, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth and season with salt and pepper and cook until just tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Serve.
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SAUTEED GARLIC BROCCOLI - SPICY



Sauteed Garlic Broccoli - Spicy image

Make and share this Sauteed Garlic Broccoli - Spicy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rise3834

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil (light is best)
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 lbs broccoli

Steps:

  • Cut broccoli into bite sized pieces.
  • Boil in salted water for about 5 to 7 minutes (broccoli should just start to soften).
  • Rinse under COLD water (to stop the cooking).
  • Dry to remove any excess water.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil until hot.
  • Add the garlic and pepper flakes.
  • Sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add the broccoli and "some" of the broth. (I say "some" as you don't want it soaking in it, you just want it to help steam and add flavor)
  • Cook for 2 to 4 minutes (depending on the way you like your broccoli, tender or crisp) stirring the entire time. Season lightly with table salt.
  • As everyone has their own tastes, increase or decrease the garlic and or pepper flakes as desired.

SAUTéED BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND CHILE



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This speedy, two-step recipe yields broccoli - or practically any vegetable - that is perfectly browned and cooked all the way through. After florets and thinly sliced stems are seared, add a little water and cover so the broccoli steams in its own juices until fork-tender. Not only does this bring out the vegetable's inherent sweetness, but it softens whatever flavorings you add without burning them. This recipe embraces the prickly heat of chile and garlic, but you could also use ground spices, thyme or rosemary, ginger or scallions, capers or olives. Swap the broccoli for sliced carrots or sweet potatoes, cauliflower florets, broccoli rabe, or green beans, adjusting cook time and water as necessary.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound broccoli, cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch-long florets, stems sliced 1/4-inch thick
Kosher salt and black pepper
3 garlic cloves, sliced
Red-pepper flakes, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high. Add the broccoli stems, season with salt and pepper, and cook, undisturbed, until starting to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the florets, season generously with salt and pepper, and shake into an even layer. Cook, undisturbed, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and red-pepper flakes and stir until the garlic is fragrant, less than 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium, add 3 tablespoons water, cover, and cook until the broccoli is bright green and fork-tender, 2 to 3 minutes, reducing heat if needed to prevent burning. Season to taste with salt, pepper and red-pepper flakes.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



Sauteed Broccoli Rabe image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt
1 bunch broccoli rabe, tough, non-leafy stems removed
Extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of well salted ice water. Drop the broccoli rabe into the boiling water and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the boiling water and plunge immediately into the ice water. Once cool remove from the ice water and let dry. It can be used right away or held for future use.
  • Coat a large saute pan with olive oil. Add the smashed garlic and crushed red pepper and bring to medium heat. Once the garlic is brown and aromatic, remove it from the pan and discard. It has fulfilled its garlic destiny. Add the broccoli rabe and toss around in the oil to heat up and season. Remember the broccoli is already cooked. Add more oil, if needed and season with salt if needed (it probably will).

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC



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Peppery broccoli rabe is blanched before going into a hot skillet with a liberal amount of garlic. Lemon wedges and red-pepper flakes complete the quick side dish. It's also delicious tucked into our Italian Pressed Picnic Sandwich.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound trimmed broccoli rabe
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Lemon wedges and red-pepper flakes, for serving

Steps:

  • Blanch broccoli rabe in a pot of salted boiling water until bright green, about 30 seconds. Drain well; let cool on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook garlic in oil until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Add broccoli rabe, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until just heated through. Serve with lemon wedges and red-pepper flakes.
  • Remove garlic from oil, and set aside. Place pan back over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add broccoli rabe. Cook, turning occasionally, until heated through, about 4 minutes. Return garlic to pan. Season with salt, pepper, and red-pepper flakes, if using. Serve.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



Sauteed Broccoli Rabe image

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.

BRILLIANT SAUTEED BROCCOLI



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If you want a slightly original restaurant-quality broccoli at any point within three days, this is the recipe you want! This is also great for entertaining guests with a large amount of food, and you want to shave some time without looking like you cut corners. This recipe shows how you can shock your greens to stay brilliant, while making a presentation that says you really care about your food.

Provided by Aaron Geiger

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound broccoli florets
3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil. Fill a large bowl or pot with half ice and half water. When the water comes to a boil, add the broccoli florets using a strainer with a handle if possible. Allow the broccoli to cook for 1 to 2 minutes until just tender. Immediately remove from the boiling water, using the strainer or draining, and transfer to bowl of ice to stop the cooking process. Immerse the broccoli completely in the ice water for a minute or two. Remove and place in a dish that has been lined with paper towels. This part can be done up to two days in advance.
  • In a cup or small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese and brown sugar; set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Throw in the broccoli and season with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Stir to coat the broccoli, then cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and dust with the Parmesan cheese mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 143.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

BROCCOLI WITH SAUTEED RED PEPPER



Broccoli with Sauteed Red Pepper image

Slivered almonds and sweet red peppers add crunch to fresh broccoli.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup chicken broth
1 pound fresh broccoli spears
1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped shallot
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Cut broccoli spears in half lengthwise; add to broth. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute red pepper and shallot in oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain broccoli; add broccoli, almonds, lemon-pepper and salt to skillet. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until broccoli is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI



Sauteed Broccoli image

Our recipe for Sauteed Broccoli is an easy side dish that pairs well with any meal. Simply saute broccoli florets in Country Crock® Spread for buttery flavor and then simmer in vegetable broth until perfectly tender.

Provided by Country Crock®

Time 17m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread
1 clove garlic, chopped
4 cups broccoli florets
½ cup vegetable broth
Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat Country Crock® Spread in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add broccoli and cook 5 minutes or until tender crisp.
  • Add broth and simmer 5 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, Sodium 58.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SAUTEED POLENTA WITH SWEET ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE



Sauteed Polenta with Sweet Italian Sausage and Broccoli Rabe image

Categories     Leafy Green     Pork     Tomato     High Fiber     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 generously

Number Of Ingredients 14

For 1 recipe basic polenta, kept warm:
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cornmeal or instant polenta
2 tablespoons olive oil plus additional if necessary
1 pound sweet Italian sausage links
1/4 cup water
1 bunch broccoli rabe (about 1 pound), chopped coarse and tough stems discarded
1 garlic clove, chopped and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chicken broth
a 28- to 32-ounce can whole tomatoes, drained, seeded, and chopped
1/4 cup dried currants
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Accompaniment: freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • On a lightly oiled baking sheet spread warm polenta about 3/4 thick and cool to room temperature. Polenta may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.
  • In a large non-stick skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and brown sausage. Add water and cook sausage, covered, turning occasionally, until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove lid and cook mixture until any remaining water is evaporated. Transfer sausage with tongs to a bowl and reserve fat remaining in skillet. Cool sausage slightly and slice diagonally.
  • Cut polenta into 1 1/2-inch diamond shapes or squares. In skillet sauté polenta in 2 batches in reserved fat over moderately high heat, turning occasionally, adding additional oil to skillet if necessary, until golden on both sides. Transfer polenta as cooked with a slotted spoon to bowl with sausage and cover.
  • In skillet heat remaining tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté broccoli rabe with salt to taste, stirring, until just wilted. Add garlic paste and sauté, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer, stirring, until tomato paste is incorporated and sauce is slightly thickened. Add sausage and polenta and cook until heated through.
  • Serve polenta sprinkled with Parmesan.
  • To make basic polenta:
  • In a heavy saucepan bring water and salt to a boil and gradually whisk in cornmeal in a thin stream. Cook polenta over moderately low heat (it should be barely boiling), stirring constantly, until very thick and pulls away from side of pan, about 40 minutes for cornmeal and about 15 minutes for instant polenta. Remove pan from heat and cover to keep warm. Stir polenta just before using. Polenta will keep warm, covered, about 20 minutes. Makes about 3 cups.
  • Note: In the traditional method of cooking polenta, forty minutes of constant stirring is required to achieve a lumpless texture and fragrant flavor. However, Italian-food expert Marcella Hazan has developed a method that involves very little stirring during this time. We believe it produces a very good polenta, one nearly as flavorful and smooth as the traditional procedure. To make satisfactory polenta in a real hurry, an imported instant polenta (precooked cornmeal) is available. This cooks in a mere fifteen minutes.

SAUTEED ASIAN BROCCOLI SLAW



Sauteed Asian Broccoli Slaw image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon raw sesame seeds
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 bag broccoli slaw mix
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place sesame seeds in a large dry skillet and set pan over medium-high heat. Cook 2 minutes, until golden brown, shaking the pan frequently. Add sesame oil and slaw mix to the sesame seeds and cook for 2 minutes. Add soy sauce and lime juice and cook 2 minutes, until vegetables soften. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

HONEY SAUTEED BROCCOLI & CARROTS



Honey Sauteed Broccoli & Carrots image

This is easy to put together and my kids eat it and ask for more. The secret here is to keep it simple.

Provided by Joel6538

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1 cup of pre-sliced carrot
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a preheated, non-stick pan over medium heat get the olive oil hot.
  • Add the broccoli and carrots - saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add garlic and saute another 2 minutes.
  • add the water - this steams the broccoli a bit and adds some nice color.
  • After a few more minutes, the broccoli and carrots should still be crisp, but slightly tender.
  • Turn heat off and add the honey - mix well.
  • Serve immediately.

BROCCOLI SAUTéED IN WINE AND GARLIC (BROCCOLI AL FRASCATI)



Broccoli Sautéed in Wine and Garlic (Broccoli al Frascati) image

Cooking cruciferous vegetables without boiling them, as in this recipe, seems to make them more fragrant and heady-just the way the robust Romans like their food.

Provided by Mario Batali

Categories     Wine     Garlic     Side     Sauté     Christmas     Dinner     Broccoli     Christmas Eve     Potluck     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3 pounds broccoli, cut into spears
1 cup Frascati or other dry white wine
1 tablespoon hot red pepper flakes
Grated zest of 1 lemon
Grated zest of 1 orange

Steps:

  • 1. In a 10- to 12-inch sauté pan, heat the olive oil with the garlic over medium-high heat until just sizzling. Add the broccoli and cook, tossing frequently and gradually adding the wine to keep the garlic from browning until the stalks are tender 8 to 10 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and zests, and tossing well, serve immediately.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI, CAULIFLOWER AND MUSHROOMS



Sauteed Broccoli, Cauliflower and Mushrooms image

I have always prepared broccoli this way. Even my kids loved it when they were small. The flavors are just magnificent together! The key is to keep heat high so the vegetables brown while remaining somewhat crisp.

Provided by davianng

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups broccoli, cut up
4 cups cauliflower, cut up
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/3-1/2 cup olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix cut-up broccoli and cauliflower, sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and let stand an hour, if possible.
  • Heat oil in a large saute or fry pan until very hot.
  • Add vegetables all at once, spreading in an even layer. Do not stir until bottom of layer begins to brown.
  • Flip and stir to get unbrowned pieces to bottom. Let cook until beginning to brown.
  • The trick here is to keep heat high and brown pieces without overcooking or burning them. If pieces are browned, but not soft enough for your taste, turn off heat and cover pan for a few minutes.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI WITH LEMON



Sauteed Broccoli With Lemon image

Complement a feast of hearty dishes with a side of crisp broccoli dressed with lemon juice and olive oil.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 small shallots, thinly sliced
1 head broccoli (1 1/4 pounds), cut into florets, stems peeled and cut into 1/2-inch coins
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup water
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon (1 1/2 teaspoons zest; 3 tablespoons juice)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add shallots, and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add broccoli, and season with salt and pepper; cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Stir in the water, and bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover, and simmer until broccoli is bright green and tender (it should offer little resistance when pierced with the tip of a paring knife), about 4 minutes. (All the liquid should have evaporated; if not, remove lid and continue cooking until dry.) Stir in lemon juice and half the zest.
  • Transfer to a serving platter. Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with oil and sprinkled with remaining lemon zest.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI AND ONIONS



Sauteed Broccoli and Onions image

Make and share this Sauteed Broccoli and Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jdwright

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

13 ounces broccoli, florrettes
4 1/2 ounces shredded swiss cheese
1 yellow onion, quartered and sliced
1 head garlic, diced
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lb white mushroom, quartered

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add broccoli, onion, Italian seasoning and cilantro. Stir occasionally until broccoli and onion are tender, about 10 minutes,.
  • Add garlic and quartered mushrooms. Stir occasionally until mushrooms are tender,about 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and wine, stir occasionally until tomatoes are cooked, about 5 minutes.
  • Top with shredded swiss cheese immediately before serving.

EASY SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



Easy Sauteed Broccoli Rabe image

Serve sauteed broccoli rabe as a side to our Osso Buco.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 bunch broccoli rabe (about 1 pound), trimmed and washed
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup unsalted chicken stock, preferably homemade

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic, and saute until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add the broccoli rabe, and season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken stock, and cook, covered but stirring often, until broccoli rabe is softened, about 10 minutes. Serve.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



Sauteed Broccoli Rabe image

An easy Sauteed Broccoli Rabe recipe

Categories     Garlic     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Vegan     Broccoli Rabe     Boil     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lb broccoli rabe
3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced lengthwise
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt (preferably sea salt), or to taste
Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Cut off and discard 1 inch from stem ends of broccoli rabe. Cook broccoli rabe, uncovered, in 2 batches in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 3 minutes, transferring with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain well in a colander.
  • Cook garlic in oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until garlic is golden, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli rabe and cook, tossing to coat with oil, until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Toss broccoli rabe with salt.

SAUTéED BROCCOLI RABE



Sautéed Broccoli Rabe image

Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Side     Sauté     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Father's Day     Dinner     Family Reunion     Healthy     Vegan     Potluck     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 bunches broccoli rabe (about 2 1/4 pounds total), trimmed and cut into thirds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon hot red-pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Blanch broccoli rabe in 2 batches in a large pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until stems are crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes, then drain well and pat dry.
  • Heat oil with red-pepper flakes in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sauté broccoli rabe with 1/2 teaspoon salt until well coated, about 2 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SAUTEED CHINESE BROCCOLI



Sauteed Chinese Broccoli image

Make and share this Sauteed Chinese Broccoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 21m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups packed chinese broccoli, 2 inch pieces
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet.
  • Add garlic; saute 1 minute.
  • Rinse broccoli under cold water.
  • Do not pat dry.
  • Add broccoli to skillet; saute over high heat 5 minutes, stirring until limp.
  • Add soy sauce.
  • Reduce heat to low, and cook 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Season with pepper.

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli crowns that are deep green and tightly closed. Avoid crowns that are yellowing or have brown spots.
  • Cut the broccoli into uniform florets: This will help them cook evenly. You can cut the broccoli into florets by hand or use a food processor.
  • Blanch the broccoli: Blanching helps to preserve the broccoli's bright green color and crisp texture. To blanch the broccoli, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the broccoli to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Heat your skillet over medium-high heat: This will help to create a nice sear on the broccoli.
  • Add oil or butter to the skillet: This will help to prevent the broccoli from sticking.
  • Cook the broccoli for 5-7 minutes, or until it is tender-crisp: Stir the broccoli frequently to ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Season the broccoli with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the broccoli immediately: Sautéed broccoli is best served hot.

Conclusion:

Sautéed broccoli is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a flavorful and nutritious dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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