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Charred Lemon Broccolini with Garlic and Olive Oil

Broccolini blanched and charred with garlic chips, charred lemon, and flaky salt.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 bunches broccolini
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon halved
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • flaky salt for finishing

Method
 

  1. Trim the broccolini ends if needed.
  2. Blanch. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccolini for 1 minute. Drain and pat dry thoroughly.
  3. Sear hard. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the broccolini in a single layer and cook until charred in spots and tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not stir during the first 2 minutes.
  4. Finish with garlic and lemon. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes in the last 1 to 2 minutes so the garlic turns golden without burning. Place the lemon halves cut side down in the pan and let them char.
  5. Plate. Finish with charred lemon juice, black pepper, and flaky salt. Serve immediately.

Notes

Technique works with asparagus, green beans, snap peas, or halved Brussels sprouts. Always blanch first, always dry thoroughly.