Orange-Tomato Sauce Broccolini Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the broccolini for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
• STEP 2.Remove the broccolini from the pot and transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
• STEP 3.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• STEP 4.Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
• STEP 5.Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
• STEP 6.Add orange juice and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
• STEP 7.Add the blanched broccolini to the skillet and toss to coat it with the sauce.
• STEP 8.Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the broccolini is heated through.
• STEP 9.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 10.Serve the broccolini hot, garnished with orange zest if desired.

Cooking Tips

• If you don't have broccolini, you can use regular broccoli florets instead.
• For a spicier sauce, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
• This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in the skillet or microwave.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover broccolini in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the broccolini in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
• Serve the broccolini hot, garnished with orange zest if desired.