Garlic butter broccoli is an easy yet delicious side dish that elevates common vegetables to a culinary masterpiece. The key to this dish is to transform everyday items into something unique that will appeal to all palates and go well with everything.
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Ingredients
Let’s make a tasty buttered broccoli dish with things you probably already have in your kitchen! We’ll use simple, easy-to-find ingredients to cook up something really yummy. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Fresh Broccoli Florets: The focal point of the meal, giving the sauce's tastes a platform and a substantial texture.
- Coarse Sea Salt: Enhances the natural flavor of the broccoli and the sauce, bringing out the depth in each bite.
- Sliced Almonds: Add a delightful crunch and nutty contrast to the tender broccoli.
- Olive Oil: Serves as the base for the sauce, adding richness and helping to evenly distribute the garlic flavor.
- Butter or Ghee: Introduces a creamy texture and a luxurious, buttery taste that coats the broccoli beautifully.
- Garlic Cloves: The key flavor component, offering a pungent, aromatic depth that makes the sauce irresistible.
- Lemon Juice: Provides a bright, acidic balance to the rich butter and bold garlic, enhancing the overall freshness of the dish.
- Ground Black Pepper: Adds a slight heat and complexity, rounding out the sauce’s flavor profile.
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Garlic Butter Broccoli Recipe
Let me guide you through the steps to bring our Garlic and Butter Broccoli to life. It’s super simple, I promise, and the results? Delicious.
- Prep the Broccoli: If you’ve got pre-cut florets, give them a rinse and let them drain. If you’re starting with a whole head, check the recipe notes section for prep tips.
- Butter sauce for broccoli: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter or ghee, grated garlic, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Blanch the Broccoli: Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in the broccoli florets (and stems, if you’ve got them) and blanch for 1.5 to 2 minutes—just until they’re bright green and tender but still crisp.
- Cool the Broccoli: Use a slotted spoon to fish out the broccoli and rinse it quickly under room temperature water. This stops the cooking process. Shake off the extra water and pop the broccoli into a large bowl.
How To Make Ahead, Store, And Reheat
Getting your buttery garlic broccoli ready ahead of time, keeping it fresh, and warming it up just right are key to enjoying this dish whenever you want. Here’s how to do it:
- Make-ahead: The lemon garlic butter sauce can stay fresh in the fridge for a whole week. Just warm it up gently in the microwave for a minute on low when you’re ready to use it. This way, it’ll mix perfectly with your broccoli. If you’re using a whole head of broccoli, you can get it prepped ahead of time too.
- Storage: Got leftovers? No problem. Pack them up in an airtight container and pop them in the fridge. They’ll stay nice and tasty for up to 3 days.
What To Serve With Buttered Garlic Broccoli
Finding the perfect partners for our Garlic Butter Broccoli is easy and can turn a simple side into a feast. Here’s how you can pair it with other dishes to create a meal that’s sure to impress:
- Gnocchi: Pair your broccoli with Trader Joe’s Cauliflower gnocch recipei for a light and satisfying option, or choose Potato gnocchi with mushroom cream sauce for a heartier, earthy flavor. Both choices bring a delightful texture that complements the crispness of the broccoli.
- Pasta/Spaghetti: For those who love their noodles, Canned tuna spaghetti offers a quick, flavorful twist, while Dairy-free shrimp pasta adds a seafood delight to your meal. These pasta dishes, with their rich sauces, make a great match for the garlicky broccoli.
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