Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"The greatest delight the fields and woods minister is the suggestion of an occult relation between man and the vegetable. 'I am not alone and unacknowledged.' They nod to me and I to them." -Ralph Waldo Emerson, Poet
The refrigerator light goes on...
Pre-cooked veggies, added to smoking hot pan with just a bit of oil, will sear and crisp the outside and add a fresh roasted flavor.
Refreshing
Vegetables are “refreshed” by placing them in an ice water bath after they have been blanched or steamed. This abruptly stops the cooking process, fixing the color and keeping the food fresh and crisp. This process is also known as "shocking" food.
This will keep fairly well if chilled immediately.
1 quart
water
8 ounces
broccoli
1 quart
water
spray olive oil
1/8 tsp
salt
2 quarts
ice water
Trim the bottom inch of the stem from the broccoli. Using a vegetable peeler, peel the tough outer layer from the stems.
Heat 1 quart of water in a large sauce pan or stock pot fitted with a steamer basket over high heat. When the water is boiling, add the broccoli to the steamer and cook for about 12 - 15 minutes until the spears begin to lose their firmness.
Remove and plunge into the ice water. When the broccoli spears are cooled, remove from the water and drain.
Place a large non-stick skillet (or roasting pan) in the oven and preheat to 400°F. When the pan is hot, add the broccoli, spray lightly with olive oil and sprinkle the salt over the top. Cook for about 5 minutes and turn to sear well. Make sure that all of the spears come in contact with the pan. They will take 15 to 20 minutes total cooking time and should be turned every 3 – 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size = 4 ounces broccoli
Servings = 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 39
Calories from Fat 4
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 44mg
2%
Total Carbohydrates 8g
3%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Sugars 2g
Protein 2g
Vitamin A 14%
Vitamin C 169%
Calcium 5%
Iron 5%
Vitamin K 116 mcg
Potassium 360 mg
Magnesium 24 mg
Dr. Gourmet Healthy Recipes: Extras : Pan Grilled Broccoli
