Sicilian-Style Broccoli Rabe

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This is the way broccoli rabe was meant to be cooked. This goes great with a nice steak or fish. Serve with crusty Italian bread and some good vino. The best part is dipping the crusty bread in those juices. Buon appetito!

Submitted by iMakeItRainInTheKitchen
Updated on January 4, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 bunch broccoli rabe, ends trimmed

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

  • 1 clove garlic, very thinly sliced

  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 3 tablespoons water

  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

  1. Cut thick, lower stems off broccoli rabe and peel. Reserve florets and leaves.

  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes; saute until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Add stems; saute until coated with oil, about 45 seconds. Pour in water; continue cooking until stems are mostly tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in florets, leaves, and salt. Cover skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

  3. Transfer broccoli rabe and its juices to a serving bowl. Top with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

78 Calories
7g Fat
3g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 78
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 137mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 52mg 58%
Calcium 29mg 2%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 7mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.