Simple Pan Broccolini

🕒 15 min total Prep 5 min Cook 10 min 4 servings

Stupid-simple pan-seared broccolini with garlic — one skillet, five minutes of prep, tender-crisp and lightly charred. Mild enough for kids.

Ingredients (6)

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1 pound broccolini, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons water

Instructions (5 steps)

1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the broccolini and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until bright green and starting to char.
3
Add the garlic (and red pepper flakes, if using) and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4
Add the water, cover, and steam 2-3 minutes until the stems are tender-crisp.
5
Uncover and cook off any remaining liquid. Serve immediately.