Pan Steamed Broccoli
Recipe courtesy Alton Brown, 2007
Show: Good Eats
Episode: If It Ain't Broccoli, Don't Fix It
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By wbl
on December 11, 2012
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Awesome.
By imacdude
Bluffton, 80
on July 30, 2012
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Love this method of preparing broccoli. I use this method and add a sliced clove of garlic in the water :- Loves the garlic!
By HeyitsLiz
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on April 02, 2012
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Great recipe, although I do agree with the other comments, 2 mins with cover, 2 minutes without is better for consistency of the bite. Other than that it's great and I love it!
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!!
By fudgy
on March 20, 2011
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Good-tasting, easy recipe. The broccoli turned out too mushy for me when cooked for that long - I will do 2 minutes on high and 2 on low next time. I added some smoked paprika & tossed it in bacon fat since I was out of butter, yum.
By applejanna_12579722
Apple Valley, 43
on January 21, 2010
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I have always fixed and eaten steamed broccoli simply because it is so good for you, but I never actually enjoyed it. For some time now, I have wanted a recipe for broccoli that actually taste good and isn't complicated. I was amazed how good this broccoli is and how simple the technique is. I followed Alton's recipe to a T. I put a little salt in after placing the stalks on the bottom and sprinkled a little salt on the florets too. The seasoning was perfect. Of course I added the butter as well and tossed it as directed. The only thing I would do differently next time is cook it about 2 minutes on high and 2 minutes on low. The reason for this is it continues to cook from the time you take it off the burner until it actually gets on your plate. It was a bit over done for my liking.
This is such a great recipe for picky eaters or if you are just introducing broccoli to your young children, this is perfect!
By laurapmeehan_12...
Berkeley, 43
on November 17, 2009
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I love veggies, but for some reason I always have a hard time getting broccoli just right, well... this recipe comes out right and is so easy. I made it tonight in an effort to not let my broccoli go bad. I love that it uses the stems, because these are the most nutritious part of the broccoli and it is a shame that so many people don't eat them. Also, it seriously only takes 6 minutes, so don't make it too early so the broccoli stays nice and bright green!
By g.anderson8_121...
Austin, 83
on October 31, 2009
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I used to love broccoli "trees" when I was young because my grandmother cooked it just right. I never knew how she cooked it so I never bothered cooking it. I would never eat the stalks either. This recipe is outstanding though! Super easy and super delicious. The stalks are even good.