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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Rapini
Rinse the rapini under cold water to remove any dirt. Trim the tough ends of the stems.
- 2
Blanch the Rapini
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rapini and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the blanched rapini to the skillet, along with the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- 5
Add Lemon
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the rapini and toss to combine. Cook for another minute.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the rapini to a serving dish and enjoy warm.
