ITALIAN-STYLE BROCCOLI RABE
Garlic, lemon, and the nutty bitterness of broccoli rabe are a wonderful combination. I'm deathly allergic to tree nuts, but this Italian side dish smelled so good the first time I encountered it, I called my doctor the next day to find out if pine nuts are actually nuts. He didn't know. I went back and ate it anyway. Turns out pine nuts are seeds, by the way.
Provided by Brian Genest
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, anchovy paste, and salt in the bowl of a small food processor; blend into a paste.
- Remove leaves from broccoli rabe and cut off and discard the bottom 1/4 of the stalks. Cut remaining stalks into pieces.
- Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli rabe and cook uncovered for 1 minute. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in the ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain. Wrap broccoli rabe in cheesecloth, place in a strainer, and run under water for 10 minutes. Periodically press the rabe to "wring out" any bitter fluids. Pat dry and transfer to a resealable bag. Add anchovy paste and crushed red peppers; marinate for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until browned and fragrant but not burned, about 2 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside. Reduce heat to medium-low and add 1 teaspoon olive oil to the skillet. Add broccoli rabe and cook until fork tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer to a plate, top with pine nuts, and drizzle with lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 332.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
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Sheila “Nena Fdez” Fdez Fresquet
[email protected]This is the best broccoli rabe recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of garlic, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. It's the perfect dish for a weeknight meal.
Tokelo Kgatjepe
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I served it with some grilled chicken and it was the perfect meal. The broccoli rabe was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.
Shan best hum
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat broccoli rabe. My kids are picky eaters, but they loved this dish. The sweetness of the garlic and red pepper flakes helped to balance out the bitterness of the broccoli rabe.
Burhan Mehdi
[email protected]I've tried many broccoli rabe recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so simple, yet so flavorful. I love the addition of the lemon zest and red pepper flakes. It really brightens up the dish.
Fadi ODAY HADAIA
[email protected]I'm a big fan of broccoli rabe and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love the combination of garlic, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. It's the perfect dish for a weeknight meal.
Ahidul Alam
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover broccoli rabe. I had some leftover from a previous meal and I wasn't sure what to do with it. I found this recipe and it was the perfect solution. The dish was delicious and I didn't waste any food.
Merazul Islam
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the broccoli rabe turned out perfectly. It was tender and flavorful. I served it with some roasted potatoes and it was a delicious meal.
Taylor Lee
[email protected]This broccoli rabe recipe is a lifesaver! I'm not a big fan of broccoli rabe, but this recipe made me love it. The bitterness was gone and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mark Argentino
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook broccoli rabe. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. It's quick, easy, and delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Abdulrehman Chuadry
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked that it's a healthy dish that still tastes great.
Shuvo Music BD
[email protected]This is my new go-to recipe for broccoli rabe. It's so simple, but the flavors are amazing. I love the addition of the lemon zest and red pepper flakes. It really takes the dish to the next level.
Muhammad Umar Razvi
[email protected]I've never cooked broccoli rabe before, but this recipe made it easy. The dish was flavorful and healthy. I served it with some grilled chicken and it was a hit with my family.
Asif Joiya
[email protected]This broccoli rabe recipe is a keeper! It was so easy to make and turned out delicious. The bitterness of the broccoli rabe was perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the garlic and red pepper flakes. I will definitely be making this again.