20 minutes
Steamed Broccolini drizzled with a crispy garlic and pine nut sauce, finished with a touch of preserved lemon for a burst of tangy flavor.
0 lb
cups
teaspoons
Preserved Lemon, rind finely chopped, pulp removed
each
cups
Garlic Clove, thinly sliced
each
cups
Flat Leaf Parsley, stemmed, chopped
cups
1. Steam Broccolini
Place the Broccolini in a microwave-friendly dish, add the water, and sprinkle over the salt. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap, ensuring it is well-sealed to trap the steam. Microwave the Broccolini in 2-minute increments, checking in between, until it is tender yet still holds a firm bite.
2. Prepare Preserved Lemon
Halve the preserved lemon, carefully scrape out the pulp, and finely chop the rind.
3. Make Crispy Garlic Sauce
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced garlic cloves and pine nuts. Stir continuously until the nuts turn golden brown and the garlic becomes crispy. Once crispy, lower the heat and stir in chopped parsley along with the prepared lemon rind.
4. Serve
Arrange the steamed Broccolini on a plate or platter, and generously spoon the aromatic garlic sauce over the top.
Choose fresh broccolini that’s bright green with firm stalks and no yellowing. Freshness is key because broccolini cooks quickly and you want its natural sweetness and tenderness to shine.
Slice garlic thinly and fry evenly at medium heat in quality oil until golden brown for the perfect crispy texture without bitterness.
Use a steaming basket and cover the pot to ensure efficient circulation of steam and even cooking, aiming for tender-crisp broccolini.
Finish the dish with a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of vinegar to balance the richness of the garlic oil and elevate the flavors.
Aim for uniformity in size when preparing the broccolini to ensure even cooking and tenderness throughout.
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