Skillet Broccoli With Toasted Garlic and Lemon
- Ready In:
- 20mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 1 bunch broccoli (1.5 pound)
- 1⁄2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1⁄8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- salt and pepper
directions
- Cut the broccoli florets into 1 to 1.5 inch pieces and slice the broccoli stalks 1/4 inch thick.
- Combine the florets, stalks, and water in a 12-inch non-stick skillet.
- Cover and cook over high heat until the water is simmering and the broccoli begins to turn bright green, about 2 minutes.
- Uncover and cook until the water has evaporated and the broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Clear the center of the pan and add the oil, garlic, and pepper flakes.
- Mash the garlic into the pan with the back of a spoon. Allow the garlic to cook for 10 seconds before stirring it into the broccoli.
- Turn off the heat, stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
KellyMac6
United States