Spicy broccoli with sweet pepper and garlic
2 servings
30 minutes
Spicy broccoli with sweet pepper and garlic is a harmony of freshness and spiciness inspired by European cuisine. This dish combines tender broccoli florets lightly sautéed in olive oil, crunchy sweet pepper, and aromatic garlic, creating a vibrant, rich flavor. A light hint of basil and sea salt enhances the natural tones of the vegetables. Historically, such combinations are popular in Mediterranean cuisine where fresh vegetables and simple yet expressive spices take center stage. This dish is perfect as a light dinner or a side to a main course, and its appetizing aroma makes it indispensable on the table for lovers of healthy and rich food. It pairs especially well with rye bread that complements the delicious texture of the vegetables.
1
Wash the broccoli and divide it into florets.
- Broccoli cabbage: 1 head
2
Pour water into a pot, add broccoli, and put it on the heat. After boiling, cook for 10 minutes.
- Broccoli cabbage: 1 head
3
Meanwhile, wash the pepper, remove the seeds, and cut it into cubes or strips (whichever you prefer, but the strips should not be longer than 3-4 centimeters).
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
4
Once the broccoli is boiled, drain the hot water and place the florets in a pan. Sauté for a couple of minutes in olive oil.
- Broccoli cabbage: 1 head
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
5
Add chopped pepper to the broccoli. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
6
We clean and chop 3-4 cloves of garlic into very small pieces.
- Garlic: 1 head
7
Add garlic, mix, and cover with a lid to let the dish absorb the garlic aroma.
- Garlic: 1 head
8
We use it as a standalone dish with rye bread.