I love steamed brocolli and am looking for a topping. Most restaurants coat it in butter and salt and it tastes yummy.... but I don't need the added calories and sodium.
What is a good suggestion for 1) best way to make fresh brocolli and 2) what to put on for added flavor?
2007-02-12 11:24:43 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
I myself use butter substitute and Seasoning Salt which both are lower in calories but still have a great taste.
2007-02-12 11:29:34 · answer #1 · answered by wife_of_wayne_4_life 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's also Velvetta cheese, but here is something I do.......
1. Garlic and White Wine
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 lb broccoli, cut into spears, lengthwise
6 ounces dry white wine
1 tablespoon red chili pepper flakes (optional)
1 lemon, zest of
In a 12 to 14 inch saute pan, heat the olive oil and garlic until just sizzling.
Add the broccoli and cook, tossing regularly for 8-10 minutes, until the stem is tender.
Use the wine to slow the cooking down if the garlic begins to brown.
When the broccoli is tender, add the chili flakes
or...........
2. Dijon Broccoli is a FAV
1 bunch fresh broccoli
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons low-sodium worcestershire sauce
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
cayenne pepper
Steam the broccoli until it is barely tender.
Combine all other ingredients and heat until butter melts.
Stir to blend.
Pour over the hot broccoli.
Enjoy!
2007-02-12 19:34:37 · answer #2 · answered by flightpillow 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i usually buy the "broccoli wokley" thing from the supermarket. poke a few holes in the bag, microwave for a few minutes. Then top with lemon pepper seasoning. I have on ocassion but a flavored herb butter on the broccoli if I am going fancy like the restuarants.
2007-02-12 21:20:43 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good topping is fresh lemon or lemon pepper seasoning. There are a bunch of types of lemon type seasonings out there. Lemon garlic, lemon shallot, a lot of resturaunts will take a low fat margerine and squeeze fresh lemon in the margerine and let it melt over the steamed broc.
2007-02-12 19:29:48 · answer #4 · answered by JDUB 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
low calorie butter spray and a dash of salt. Sometimes a splash of lemon juice to brighten the flavor
2007-02-12 19:28:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
the best way to get fresh brocolli is to buy at the store, then you boil it when done try putting melted cheese over it
2007-02-12 21:29:43 · answer #6 · answered by Gumbo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uhm.. Lets see I top mines off with cheese sometimes x] Lol. Its something I would put on as a kid =]
2007-02-12 19:30:38 · answer #7 · answered by Haruka-san 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Velveeta cheese
2007-02-12 19:38:00 · answer #8 · answered by shellanddrew2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Garlic, butter and parsley! Taste great!
2007-02-12 19:27:42 · answer #9 · answered by cms_38us2002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just squeeze some lemon or lime juice on it.
2007-02-13 16:01:55 · answer #10 · answered by Ted 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋