Best 3 Braised Romaine Hearts Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Braised romaine hearts are a delightful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. This cooking method brings out the natural sweetness of the romaine lettuce, while the braising liquid infuses it with rich flavors. Whether you prefer a classic butter and garlic sauce, a tangy tomato-based broth, or a savory combination of herbs and spices, there's a braised romaine hearts recipe to suit every palate. So, let's explore the delectable world of braised romaine hearts and discover the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BRAISED ROMAINE HEARTS



Braised Romaine Hearts image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter
4 romaine hearts, damaged leaves removed, trimmed and sliced in half lengthwise
1/2 cup chicken or vegetable stock
1 carrot, chopped
Salt
ground black pepper
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Put 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium to large skillet over medium heat. When butter has melted and foam subsided, add romaine hearts, cut side down, and cook, turning once or twice, until they begin to brown on the edges, about 5 minutes.
  • Add stock, carrot and some salt and pepper. Cover and cook over lowest possible heat, turning occasionally, until lettuce and carrots are very tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover and turn heat up a bit to reduce any remaining liquid; add remaining tablespoon of butter and gently turn vegetables to coat. Drizzle with lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 139, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 716 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BRAISED HEARTS OF ROMAINE



Braised Hearts of Romaine image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Side     Braise     Sauté     Vegetarian     Fall     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (6-oz) hearts of romaine (an 18-oz package)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 cup water
6 fresh parsley stems
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Trim root end of each heart (keeping heart intact), then halve heart lengthwise.
  • Heat butter in a deep 13- to 14-inch skillet (or a 12-inch straight-sided skillet) over moderate heat until foam subsides. Add romaine, cut sides down (halves will fit very snugly in pan), and cook, turning once, until golden but not cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Add wine and boil until reduced by half, about 1 minute. Add remaining ingredients and briskly simmer, partially covered, until ribs are tender, 16 to 18 minutes. Transfer romaine with tongs to a platter (remove any peppercorns that stick to romaine) and boil liquid, uncovered, until reduced to about 1/4 cup, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour sauce through a fine-mesh sieve over romaine.

BRAISED ROMAINE HEARTS



Braised Romaine Hearts image

Make and share this Braised Romaine Hearts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by zeldaz51

Categories     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter
4 romaine lettuce hearts, damaged leaves removed, trimmed and sliced in half lengthwise
1/2 cup chicken or 1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 carrot, chopped
salt & fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Braised Romaine Hearts
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 romaine hearts, damaged leaves removed, trimmed and sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • Salt and ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • Put 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium to large skillet over medium heat. When butter has melted and foam subsided, add romaine hearts, cut side down, and cook, turning once or twice, until they begin to brown on the edges, about 5 minutes.
  • Add stock, carrot and some salt and pepper. Cover and cook over lowest possible heat, turning occasionally, until lettuce and carrots are very tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover and turn heat up a bit to reduce any remaining liquid; add remaining tablespoon of butter and gently turn vegetables to coat. Drizzle with lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.3, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 136.7, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 13.6, Sugar 8.2, Protein 7.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right romaine hearts: Look for firm, dark green romaine hearts with tightly packed leaves. Avoid any that are wilted or have brown spots.
  • Trim the romaine hearts: Cut off the root end of each romaine heart and remove any wilted or discolored leaves.
  • Braising liquid: You can use a variety of liquids for braising romaine hearts, such as chicken broth, vegetable broth, white wine, or even water. Add some herbs, spices, or aromatics to the liquid for extra flavor.
  • Cooking time: The cooking time for braised romaine hearts will vary depending on the size of the hearts and the desired level of doneness. Generally, it will take about 15-20 minutes to braise romaine hearts until they are tender.
  • Serve immediately: Braised romaine hearts are best served immediately after cooking. They can be served on their own as a side dish or used as an ingredient in other dishes, such as salads, pasta dishes, or casseroles.

Conclusion:

Braised romaine hearts are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With a little creativity, you can create a variety of delicious braised romaine heart dishes that will impress your family and friends.

Related Topics