Name: Stovetop Caramelized Romanesco
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 head of romanesco (cut into florets); 1 tbsp good vegetable oil; 1 head of garlic (peeled); 1/2 cup water; 1 tbsp good balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp maguey sweet sap (or good maple syrup); Sea salt to taste

Stovetop caramelized romanesco tastes like it was slow roasted in the oven, but is ready in minutes

You can substitute another cruciferous veggie like broccoli or cauliflower

For more on romanesco, see my pasta dish here https://www.tinamarinaccio.com/romanesco-pasta-with-baby-bella-mushrooms-and-roasted-garlic/

Stovetop Caramelized Romanesco

Probably one of the most visually stunning veggies I have ever encountered. Check out the spiralized minarets. It's almost a shame to cut it. It makes a great kitchen table centerpiece.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 85 kcal

Ingredients

1 head of romanesco cut into florets
1 tbsp good vegetable oil
1 head of garlic peeled
1/2 cup water
1 tbsp good balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp maguey sweet sap or good maple syrup
Sea salt to taste

Instructions

In a large sauté pan, sauté romanesco and garlic cloves in oil over medium heat until garlic begins to brown, about 3-4 minutes
Add water, cover, and steam over medium heat until water absorbs, about 5 minutes
Romanesco will begin to soften, but will still be crisp
Stir in balsamic, maguey, and salt, tossing Romanesco to coat evenly
Simmer uncovered until all liquid is absorbed and romanesco caramelizes, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes

Recipe Notes

You can substitute another cruciferous veggie like cauliflower, broccoli, or Brussels sprouts

Stovetop Caramelized Romanesco

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