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Broccoli in Lemon and Garlic

Ingredients

  • 1 pound broccoli, separated into florets
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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Broccoli in Lemon and Garlic

Time: 5 minutes prep, 20 minutes cook
 
 

Directions

  1. Place broccoli florets in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Stir 2 teaspoons lemon juice into water in a small bowl and pour the mixture into the skillet.
  3. Cover and steam until broccoli is bright green and tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. While broccoli is steaming, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and stir in garlic and salt; turn heat to low and let the garlic gently fry until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
  5. Drain water from cooked broccoli and return to skillet; sprinkle with 2 more teaspoons lemon juice and the butter and garlic mixture.
  6. Sprinkle broccoli with black pepper, toss to combine, and season with a bit more pepper if desired.
  7. Serve hot.
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Summary

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3 votes | 7929 views

I just love broccoli for some reason!

Reviews

  • A.L. Wiebe
    November 29, 2013
    Shalina, I absolutely ADORE broccoli with lemon juice and garlic...this is definitely a dish I would be proud to serve! Very simple, yet delicious. Thank you!
    • Robyn Savoie
      November 29, 2013
      This looks fabulous! Love the combination here.

      Comments

      • Smokinhotchef
        September 30, 2015

        Very pleasant recipe, I like the freshness and my daughter Genesis loves broccoli, cant wait to try this recipe. Thanks for sharing.