Buttery Garlic Broccoli
Transform ordinary broccoli into an irresistible side dish with this quick and flavorful recipe. Tender broccoli florets are sautéed with fragrant garlic and finished with rich butter for a restaurant-quality vegetable dish that takes just 10 minutes to make.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 95kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 –5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 lbs broccoli florets
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup vegetable chicken, or beef stock
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pan or skillet.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 60–90 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add broccoli florets and stir to coat with the garlic oil.
- Sprinkle in onion powder and garlic powder, then pour in the stock.
- Stir well, cover the pan, and cook for 8 minutes.
- Remove from heat, add butter, and stir until melted and coating the broccoli.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For frozen broccoli, use only 1/4 cup stock and cook 1–2 minutes longer until heated through
Fresh broccoli should be cut into uniform florets for even cooking
Don't overcook the garlic in step 2 as it will become bitter
You can substitute the butter with olive oil for a lighter version
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
This recipe pairs well with grilled chicken, steak, or fish
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g