Photo: Pan Steamed Broccoli Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 to 1 1/2 pounds broccoli with stalk, rinsed and trimmed
- 1/3 cup water
- Pinch kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Directions
Peel the stalk of the broccoli, remove the florets and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cut the stalk in half crosswise and then slice each half into 1/8-inch thick slices lengthwise. Place the stalk pieces in the bottom of a 2 1/2 to 3-quart saucepan, add the water and salt. Lay the florets on top. Cover, place over high heat and cook for 3 minutes. Decrease the heat to low and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the butter and stir to combine. Serve immediately.
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By Xileas
on October 26, 2011
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Best, Easiest most flavorful way to make steamed broccoli, Cheers Alton.
By I LUV PASTA
New Jersey
on August 28, 2011
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I just had no idea how much better tasting fresh broccoli was vs. frozen broccoli. Prior to this I was just buying bags of frozen broccoli and popping them in the microwave. I finally decided it would be so much cheaper to just make it myself. And - wow, the taste is so much better. And much more filling!!
Thanks for the recipe. Since I like my broccoli very soft and tender, I steamed it for 15 minutes. I also used half a cup of water instead of 1/3 a cup. And I added some cauliflower florets to get a nice little mix. I made so much of it, I can store it in containers and portion it out for the next couple days.
I loved Alton's technique for cutting the stems and florets. It made for a much more simplified process.
AND A lot cheaper than spending 2 bucks a box for the frozen ones!
By knswa
on April 25, 2011
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I have actually just started really taking an interest in cooking and looove steamed broccoli. This receipe turned out great and was suuper easy, even the boyfriend was proud of me!!
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