Crispy Smashed Broccoli Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 broccoli, sliced into florets
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60 g parmesan, finely grated
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Lemon wedge to serve
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Dip of choice
→ Cupboard essentials
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic granules
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp Cayenne pepper
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Salt & pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 370°F (190°C). Steam broccoli florets for 5-6 minutes until fork tender.
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Place steamed broccoli on a parchment-lined baking tray. Use a heavy glass to smash florets to about 1 cm thickness.
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Mix olive oil, garlic granules, smoked paprika, Cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Brush mixture onto smashed broccoli and sprinkle generously with parmesan.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes or until parmesan is golden and crispy.
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Remove from parchment paper and serve with a squeeze of lemon and your dip of choice.
# Notes:
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Spray a light layer of oil onto the parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Avoid over-steaming broccoli to ensure crispiness.
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Evenly space broccoli on the baking sheet to prevent steaming and maximize crispiness.