Sauteed Broccolini with Garlic

Crisp-tender broccolini sautéed with garlic, olive oil, and seasonings for a simple yet elegant side dish. The broccolini is first blanched then finished in a hot skillet with golden garlic.

4 servings
10 min

Ingredients

  • lb broccolini
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook Broccolini in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until stems are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes, then drain in a colander.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté half of garlic, stirring, until pale golden, about 30 seconds. Add half of Broccolini, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and repeat with remaining ingredients.

    5 min