Light
Charred Broccoli, Tahini & Chilli
Deeply charred broccoli over a pool of lemon tahini, finished with chilli oil. A side that behaves like a main.
12
Minutes
2
Serves
280
kcal / serving
12g
Protein
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Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 1 lemon
- 1 garlic clove
- Chilli oil
- Olive oil
- Flaked salt
The method
- 1
Char hard
Cut the broccoli into flat-sided pieces, toss in olive oil and salt, and press into a screaming-hot pan. Char for four minutes without moving.
- 2
Steam to finish
Add a splash of water, cover, and steam for two minutes until just tender with bite.
- 3
Make the tahini pool
Whisk tahini with lemon juice, grated garlic and cold water until it loosens into a pale cream. Spread over the base of a plate.
- 4
Plate
Arrange the broccoli over the tahini and spoon chilli oil around the edge.
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