Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Sautéed Broccoli: A Simple and Flavourful Sicilian Side Dish
Discover how to prepare sautéed broccoli, a traditional Sicilian side dish full of flavour - perfect for any winter meal!
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 800 g broccoli
- ✓ 2 garlic cloves
- ✓ Extra-virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Sautéed broccoli is a humble yet deeply comforting Sicilian side dish. With its rustic simplicity and rich Mediterranean aroma, it brings warmth to winter meals when broccoli is at its seasonal best - full of flavour and nutrients.
Whether served beside meat or fish dishes, or enjoyed on its own as a light and nourishing plate, this recipe celebrates the irresistible combination of golden sautéed garlic and tender, fragrant broccoli. A traditional favourite that transforms everyday ingredients into a comforting taste of Sicily.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Clean the broccoli, removing the tougher leaves, and cut the florets into pieces.
- 2
Boil them in lightly salted water for about 30 minutes.
- 3
Drain the broccoli, keeping a little of the cooking water aside.
- 4
In a large pan, sauté the crushed garlic in plenty of extra-virgin olive oil until golden.
- 5
Add the broccoli, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- 6
Add a splash of cooking water if the broccoli becomes too dry.
- 7
Serve the sautéed broccoli hot as a side dish.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a spicier twist, replace the black pepper with fresh chili.
You can also use these sautéed broccoli as a delicious pasta topping - best with short shapes like orecchiette or farfalle.
📦 Storage
- • Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- • You can freeze the cooked broccoli for up to 1 month.
- • Reheat in a pan over medium heat for 5–10 minutes before serving.
🍷 Pairing
Pair your sautéed broccoli with a glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, a Sicilian red wine with a rounded, expressive flavour that perfectly complements the dish.
Thank you for discovering this classic Sicilian recipe! I hope it brings warmth and tradition to your table. Enjoy every bite!
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