Jul 13 2026
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Side Garlicky Broccoli Rabe Recipe

Inspired by Mike's Italian Kitchen
Time20m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Cooking Essentials

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Broccoli Rabe

    Rinse the broccoli rabe under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Trim off the tough ends of the stems, and then chop the broccoli rabe into 2-3 inch pieces.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel and thinly slice or mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Blanch the Broccoli Rabe

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chopped broccoli rabe and blanch for about 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender. Remove from the pot and immediately plunge into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and just starting to turn golden.

  3. 5

    Combine and Season

    Add the blanched broccoli rabe to the skillet. Toss to coat in the garlic oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Transfer the garlicky broccoli rabe to a serving dish. Enjoy warm as a side dish!

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