Blanch Broccoli
Master the art of blanching with our quick & foolproof blanch broccoli recipe. Fresh, crisp, and vibrant! Dive in now on QuickRecipees.com.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Large pot with lid
- Slotted spoon or skimmer
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Zester or Microplane
- Juicer
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 large head of broccoli, about 1 1/2 pounds
- 1 lemon
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup cold water
- Ice cubes
Video
Notes
Blanching is one of the best methods for cooking broccoli because it preserves the vegetable's crisp texture and beautiful green color. The key is immersing the florets briefly in boiling salted water, followed by a shock in ice water.
This process halts the cooking while locking in flavor, nutrients, and the perfect bite. Master this technique, and you can enjoy restaurant-quality broccoli at home anytime.