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28Nov

Blackened broccolini with lemon butter sauce

INGREDIENTS 

  • 450g broccolini (or broccoli florets to substitute) 

  • 2Tbs olive oil 

  • Salt & pepper to taste 

  • 2Tbs unsalted butter 

  • 1tsp garlic, minced 

  • 1/2tsp lemon zest, grated 

  • 1-2Tbs fresh lemon juice 

  • 2Tbs pine nuts, toasted 

 

METHOD 

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees 

  • In a large bowl, toss the broccolini with the oil, salt, and pepper to taste 

  • Arrange florets in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast, turning once, for 12 minutes or until tender 

  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat 

  • Add the garlic and lemon zest and heat, stirring for about 1 minute 

  • Let cool slightly and stir in the lemon juice 

  • Place the broccolini in a serving bowl, pour the lemon butter over it and toss to coat 

  • Scatter the toasted pine nuts over top 

 

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