Best 11 Steamed Broccoli Rabe With Garlic Recipes

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Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, is a leafy green vegetable with a slightly bitter taste. It is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which also includes broccoli, cauliflower, and kale. Broccoli rabe is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and calcium. It can be cooked in a variety of ways, but steaming is one of the best methods to preserve its nutrients and flavor. Steamed broccoli rabe with garlic is a simple and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. This article will provide you with a recipe for steamed broccoli rabe with garlic, as well as tips for selecting and storing broccoli rabe.

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BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches broccoli rabe
3 tablespoons good olive oil
6 large cloves garlic, sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut off and discard the tough ends of the broccoli rabe and cut the rest of into 2-inch pieces. Place the broccoli in a colander and rinse. Drain well. Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Add the garlic and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, until golden brown. Remove the garlic with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Add the broccoli to the hot oil. Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and cook, covered, over medium to low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until the stalks are tender but still al dente. Add the reserved garlic, check the seasonings, and serve hot.

STEAMED BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC



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A fresh veggie dish that is quick and delicious. It's wonderful at any time of the year when you find Broccoli rabe.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 large garlic clove, sliced thin
1 bunch broccoli rabe (hollow or coarse stems discarded)
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet bring water and soy sauce with garlic to a boil.
  • Add broccoli rabe and cook, covered, over moderately high heat 2 minutes.
  • Remove cover and cook until water is evaporated and broccoli rabe is tender, lightly season with salt if using.

STEAMED BROCCOLI RABE



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A light, simple preparation of Broccoli Rabe. From what I understand the correct pronunciation is Broccoli Rah-Pay. Well, who cares, it delicious.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb broccoli rabe
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Trim broccoli by cutting off the bottom of the stalks. Rinse well and drain allowing water droplets to remain on broccoli.
  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Add broccoli rabe and stir until the leaves start to wilt. Season with salt and pepper. Cover skillet and let cook 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally.

SAUTEED GARLIC BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled
2 bunches broccoli rabe, chopped into medium pieces
1 small shallot, sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 lemon
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and the garlic cloves and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, to flavor the oil. Carefully remove the garlic using a slotted spoon, and reserve. Add the broccoli rabe to the pan in batches; it will crowd the pan at first but will wilt quickly. Season with salt and pepper. Slice the reserved garlic.
  • When the broccoli rabe has wilted, about 3 minutes, add the shallot, the sliced garlic, and the pepper flakes. Continue cooking until the shallot has softened and the broccoli rabe is cooked through but still has some bite, another 2 minutes. Serve with a squeeze of lemon.

STEAMED BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC



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Categories     Garlic     Side     Steam     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Vegan     Broccoli Rabe     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 large garlic clove, sliced thin
1 bunch broccoli rabe, hollow or coarse stems discarded

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet bring water and soy sauce with garlic to a boil. Add broccoli rabe and cook, covered, over moderately high heat 2 minutes. Remove cover and cook until water is evaporated and broccoli rabe is tender. Season broccoli rabe with salt.

SUPER-SIMPLE GARLIC BROCCOLI



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My kids love broccoli, especially with lots of garlic. It's great for a special occasion, but it's so quick that I usually fix it once a week in our home. Everyone gobbles it up. -Caramia Sommers, Oswego, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 5

13 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 2-1/2 pounds)
3 tablespoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add broccoli; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Mix remaining ingredients; toss with broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI RABE WITH MELTED GARLIC



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Categories     Garlic     Leafy Green     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Broccoli Rabe     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
20 large garlic cloves, peeled, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
4 pounds broccoli rabe (rapini), thick stems trimmed

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in small saucepan over low heat. Add garlic and simmer until garlic is very tender, about 10 minutes (do not brown). Remove from heat; stir in dried crushed red pepper. (Melted garlic can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.)
  • Cook broccoli rabe in very large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well. Toss with melted garlic and oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

SPICY GARLIC BROCCOLI RABE



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When it comes to carefree entertaining, you can't beat a four-ingredient recipe like this! Red pepper flakes add just the right amount of spice to colorful broccoli rabe. -Clara Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3-1/2 pounds broccoli rabe
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Fill a Dutch oven two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Trim ½ in. from broccoli rabe stems; discard any coarse or damaged leaves. Rinse broccoli rabe in cold water and cut into 2-in. pieces. Add to boiling water. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 1-2 minutes. Drain., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add pepper flakes; cook and stir 30 seconds longer. Add broccoli rabe and salt; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STEAMED BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 10 small servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 bunches broccoli rabe
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Dash extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Trim the tough stalk from the broccoli rabe and cut the leaves coarsely into pieces one to two inches long.
  • Heat the water in a steamer and place the broccoli rabe in the top half. Steam for five to seven minutes or until tender. Season with the salt and pepper and sprinkle with oil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 21, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 211 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC AND ALMONDS



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Boiling the broccoli rabe beforehand reduces its bitterness. Toss in the pan with sauteed garlic and almonds to reheat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 bunches broccoli rabe (about 2 pounds total), trimmed and cut crosswise into 2-inch lengths
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sliced almonds
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Working in batches, add broccoli rabe to water and cook until water returns to a boil. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a colander to drain. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add garlic and almonds; cook just until beginning to turn golden, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli rabe and toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 4 g

ROASTED BROCCOLI RABE



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If you've never roasted broccoli rabe, this recipe will be a revelation. The high heat renders the stems and florets tender while the leaves crisp around the edges, like kale chips but with a spicy broccoli bite. Make sure not to crowd the pan or everything will steam rather than roast. This recipe will also work with regular broccoli. Cut the head up into bite-sized pieces and add 5 to 10 minutes to the cooking time.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed of any tough, fibrous stems (tender ones are fine)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
Pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Toss broccoli rabe with olive oil, salt and red pepper flakes. Toss garlic cloves into rabe and spread on a sheet pan.
  • Roast rabe for about 10 minutes. It's done when the stems are tender and the leaves are crisp at the edges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 87, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 183 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips for Cooking Steamed Broccoli Rabe with Garlic:

  • Choose tender broccoli rabe with tightly closed florets and crisp stalks for the best flavor and texture.
  • Thoroughly clean the broccoli rabe by removing any wilted or yellowed leaves and rinsing it under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cut the broccoli rabe into manageable pieces, typically 2-3 inches in length, to ensure even cooking.
  • Use a steamer basket or colander placed over a pot of boiling water to steam the broccoli rabe, allowing the steam to circulate and cook the vegetable evenly.
  • Steam the broccoli rabe for a few minutes, typically 3-5 minutes, or until it reaches your desired tenderness, while still retaining a slight crunch.
  • While the broccoli rabe is steaming, heat olive oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, adding red pepper flakes or crushed red pepper for a touch of heat.
  • Once the broccoli rabe is cooked, transfer it to the pan with the garlic and sauté briefly, allowing the flavors to blend and intensify.
  • Season the broccoli rabe with salt, pepper, and lemon juice or balsamic vinegar to taste, enhancing its natural flavors.
  • Serve the steamed broccoli rabe with garlic as a nutritious and flavorful side dish, or incorporate it into pasta dishes, salads, or stir-fries for a healthy and versatile addition.

Conclusion:

Steamed broccoli rabe with garlic is a simple yet delectable dish that offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures. By following these tips, you can ensure that your steamed broccoli rabe turns out perfectly tender, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. Whether served as a standalone side dish or incorporated into other dishes, this versatile vegetable is sure to impress with its vibrant color, delicate bitterness, and the aromatic touch of garlic. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious dish to add to your menu, give steamed broccoli rabe with garlic a try – it's a culinary journey that won't disappoint!

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