Simple Broccoli and Garlic Recipe

Simple Broccoli and Garlic recipe – one of the best veggie dishes, that I have ever made. This effortless yet flavorful side dish is absolute winner for dining table. In just 10 minutes, you’ll have a budget-friendly dish that’s bursting with flavor. Sautéed in olive oil with aromatic garlic and parsley, the broccoli turns crispy and delicious. It’s healthy and requires minimal effort, making it the perfect accompaniment to any main course.

I like this recipe because it turns “not-most-kids-favourite” broccoli into bright-green goodness. All you need is a good trustworthy skillet, crown of fresh broccoli, nice olive oil, some garlic cloves, salt and pepper, and splash of water. To add herby accents, you can use dried herbs you like: switch parsley to thyme, rosemary or marjoram. Simple Broccoli and Garlic Recipe really answers to the toughest question: “How to turn broccoli into restaurant quality dish” – and without breaking the bank!

This recipe does not require any tricky techniques. I divide it into 3 steps:

1. Brown the broccoli on the skillet – it would give a nice appetising touch and bright color.
2. Next, quickly steam broccoli – it would allow the veggies cook through.
3. To finish off, sautee the broccoli with garlic and herbs– it would elevate the taste and enrich the flavor.

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Yield: 4 servings

Easy Garlic Broccoli

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Whip up a quick and tasty side dish with this Simple Broccoli and Garlic Recipe. Sautéed in olive oil, it's ready in just 10 minutes. Budget-friendly and pairs perfectly with any main course like chicken, fish, or steak.

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 broccoli crown, cut into smaller florets
• 3-4 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 tbsp dried parsley
• salt and pepper to taste
• 3 tbsp water

Instructions

Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over a medium high. Add broccoli to the skillet and fry it without stirring. Keep broccoli cooking until it begins to brown. Keep an eye and don't let it burn, just a nice brown accent in the side of broccoli floret. It can take 2-3 minutes.

Add splash of water to the skillet, not much, just 2-3 tbsp. Cover the skillet with lid, and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove the lid and keep cooking until the water evaporates, 2 minutes.

At the same time, combine olive oil, garlic, dried parsley and salt in a bowl. After the water is gone from the skillet, stir broccoli and clear the center of the skillet. Add garlic-oil mixture to the center of the skillet and fry for 30 secs until garlic is fragrant. Then, mix all ingredients together with broccoli. Check for salt and season with pepper to taste.

Notes

Apart from dried parsley, you can use any favorite fresh or dried herb. Try rosemary, thyme, basil.