Sicilian-Style Broccoli Rabe

Broccoli rabe is sauteed in olive oil with garlic and red pepper flakes in this simple but tasty Sicilian-style side dish ready in minutes.

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Prep Time

10M

Total Time

20M

Servings

4 servings

1 bunch broccoli rabe, ends trimmed

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 clove garlic, very thinly sliced

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

3 tablespoons water

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

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

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.

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

Sicilian-Style Broccoli Rabe

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