Recipe

Broccoli with Fish Sauce & Crispy Shallots

Broccoli with Fish Sauce & Crispy Shallots
  • This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Broccoli/Broccoli Rabe Dish
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    gluttonforlife's Notes: This recipe was inspired by a fried cauliflower dish I’ve eaten at Momofuku Ssäm. My version is roasted and its crunch comes from fried shallots, but the dressing has a similar umami funk...

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Serves 2

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

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  2. Whisk together first 6 ingredients in a small jar or pitcher and set aside.

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  3. Peel shallot and slice into thin rings. Spread on paper towel in a single layer and cover with another paper towel (to absorb moisture).

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  4. Remove stalk from broccoli and save for another use. Trim head into small-to-medium florets. Toss in a bowl with 2 tablespoons oil and ¼ teaspoon salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, turning once or twice (use tongs).

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  5. Meanwhile, heat 1 generous tablespoon canola oil in a small skillet and fry shallots until dark golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towel.

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  6. Remove broccoli from oven and place in shallow bowl. Pour on 2 tablespoons fish sauce dressing and toss to coat. Sprinkle shallots and cilantro on top. Pass more dressing at the table.

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