Broccoletti italian style sauté
Discover the easiest and quickest side dish you've been waiting for: crunchy broccoletti sautéed in olive oil and garlic for an explosion of Italian flavor.
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 81kcal
Equipment
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 spatula or wooden spoon
- 1 Vegetable Knife
- 1 Chopping board
Ingredients
- 200 gr broccoletti medium stem 7.2 oz
- 2 garlic clove
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tablespoon maldon salt
- 110 ml water 3.7 oz
Instructions
- Wash the broccoletti under fresh running water. Trim the stem by removing the woody end. Use a knife and a chopping board. If the stem is tender you can use your hand by snapping a bit of the woody stem.
- Add the olive oil and the garlic in a large pan. Turn the heat to medium heat to gently fry the garlic for 2 minutes.
- Add the broccoletto once the garlic becomes golden in color. Add the salt to the pan, stir with a wooden spoon, and cook for a few seconds.
- Add the water, mix with the spoon, and cover the pan with a lid. After 8 minutes remove the lid and set it aside; there should be no water left in the pan. Flip the broccoletti to the other side and allow them to cook for an additional minute.
- Remove them from the pan and serve them when still hot.
Notes
Buy fresh veggies- it is important to buy fresh veggies as they still have nutrients and it will guarantee better taste. Look for a broccoletti that has a medium stem. If the stem is too thin the cooking time will vary as the amount of water used.
Use the leaf too - don't throw away the leaves from the broccoletti. They are safe to eat and are delicious too.
Don't overcook - overcooking causes the broccoletti to become mush. Instead, we want a crunchy texture as it tastes better. In fact, vegetables always taste better when are still a bit crunchy.
Don't overcrowd the pan - avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure an even cooking. Giving the veggies enough space in the pan allows them to develop a light char on the surface, meaning more flavor.
Turn the broccoletto - make sure to turn the veggies after you remove the lid to ensure caramelization on both sides.
Cover the pan - covering the pan with the lid creates steam, which helps to cook the broccoletto. The steam trapped in the pan creates a humidity that cooks the broccoletti more evenly and quickly. Additionally, the steam helps to soften the broccoletti just right, preserving its vibrant color and flavor.
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