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Blanch Broccoli

Master the art of blanching with our quick & foolproof blanch broccoli recipe. Fresh, crisp, and vibrant! Dive in now on QuickRecipees.com.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 45 kcal

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

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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.
Keyword blanch broccoli, Vegetable