Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Butter Garlic Broccoli Recipe | Sauteed Broccoli-Easy Appetizer | Can Also Serve with Noodles, Rice

Login to Save

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Butter Garlic Broccoli

Cultural Context

Butter Garlic Broccoli is a simple yet flavorful side dish that highlights the vibrant green of broccoli, often enjoyed in American households. This dish is quick to prepare, making it a favorite for busy weeknights. It celebrates the classic combination of garlic and butter, which enhances the natural sweetness of the broccoli. Today, variations can include different cheeses or spices, adapting the dish to various tastes.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups broccoli florets
4 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option with a cheesy flavor.

1

Wash and cut broccoli into florets.

2

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

3

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat in butter.

5

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6

Sauté broccoli for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.

7

Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes; toss to combine.

8

Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifemeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Garlic Butter BroccoliSautéed Broccoli with Garlic

More Butter Garlic Broccoli Videos

(3 videos)

Similar American Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Recipes From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)