Blackstone Sauteed Broccoli is super easy to make and pairs well with a griddle steak or your favorite main dish. Garden fresh broccoli tastes delicious on the Blackstone Griddle!!
This bright green vegetable is crisp tender with a fresh flavor that will become your new favorite side dish! Broccoli crowns grown in the garden are plentiful, fast growing, and full of great flavor.
Every year rolls around and we transplant baby broccoli plants in our garden. Several family members also benefit from our plentiful bounty to make their own broccoli recipes.
Learn how to sauté broccoli from Chef Sherry to make the most delicious and easy sautéed broccoli recipe that you will ever have. I like using sauteed broccoli in a meal prep recipe.
This griddle-fried broccoli recipe can easily be used in all kinds of dishes. Add it into roasted chicken or steak, stir fry, and your meal is healthy and delicious.
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When is Broccoli Ready to Harvest?
Our garden is planted around Memorial Day but sometimes it is a week or two later depending on the frost forecast for our area. We plant a row of broccoli plants while we are planting all the rest of the garden.
To learn more about how we plant our backyard garden, check out my “Creating A Garden” article. This provides step by step instructions on how we create our western Michigan backyard garden.
I also have a “Creating A Garden Video” of our garden showing you all the vegetables that we produce. Harvest times vary from area to area.
You will know when the broccoli crowns are ready to harvest when they are fully developed. Make sure not to wait too long to pick your broccoli because they will become seedy and loose it’s great flavor.
Where to Purchase Broccoli?
If you do not have access to growing your own broccoli, then you can purchase them. Check out your local grocery store and search the fresh produce section.
Another great option is your local farmers market or stop by a farmers stand to see if they have any. Frozen broccoli can also be another option.
How Do You Clean Broccoli?
Learning how to properly clean your broccoli is a must. There is nothing worse than biting into sandy vegetables.
With a sharp paring knife, cut the broccoli crowns in the desired size. Place the cut broccoli into a clean sink of cold water and let them float around to remove any dirt or sand.
I soak them for a few minutes to let the dirt settle to the bottom of the sink. Scoop out the cleaned broccoli into a colander and give them one final cold rinse.
Let the broccoli pieces dry. Use the freshly cleaned vegetable right away or store in an airtight container that is lined with some paper towel to soak up any excess water.
You can also use a vegetable spinner after the broccoli has been cleaned in cold water. This helps to get them really dry.
Seasoning Sauteed Broccoli
What makes broccoli so tasty: Seasoning! Sautéed broccoli tastes great and doesn’t really need a lot of extras, but you can choose a variety of spices!
Sautéed Broccoli Add-Ins
- Favorite Seasonings
- Local Maple Syrup
- Minced Garlic or Garlic Powder
- Red Pepper Flakes or Chili Flakes
- Flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salted Butter
- Slivered Almonds
- Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese or a sprinkle of Goat Cheese
- Onion (diced, sliced, powdered, or granulates)
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Fresh Herbs (parsley, mint, etc.)
- Splash of Soy Sauce
- Slices of American Cheese or a Cheese Sauce
How to Sauté Broccoli on Blackstone Griddle
Preheat the Blackstone Griddle to medium low heat. If using an electric Blackstone Griddle, set the dial to 400°F.
Place a thin layer of oil or a pat of butter onto the flat top griddle. You want to cook the broccoli, low and slow.
Once the griddle is hot, put the broccoli pieces onto the flat top. Use a squeeze bottle of room temperature water and have a dome lid ready to cover the broccoli.
Squirt about 2 tablespoons of water on and around the vegetables. Cover with a dome lid to trap as much of the steam as possible to help cook the broccoli.
Let cook for several minutes and then check the broccoli to see how they are cooking. Toss the pieces with a griddle spatula to prevent burning.
Squirt some more water onto the vegetables and cover again. Cooking time will vary but will take about 5 to 10 minutes.
Once the sauteed broccoli recipe has reached its desired tenderness, consider some of these add-ins to take your broccoli to the next flavor level.
What to Serve with Sautéed Broccoli
Make your favorite griddle meat such as butter chicken, chicken kabobs, turkey cutlets, chicken wings, tempura chicken strips, smashed burgers, or marinated chicken.
Other Ways to Cook Broccoli
· Boil Broccoli: Cut your broccoli into 1 to 1 ½ inch pieces. Add the broccoli pieces to a large pot of water with 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil. Boil for about 5 to 10 minutes. Test for doneness. Drain broccoli, toss with some butter, salt, pepper, and serve immediately.
· Air Fry Broccoli: With the popularity of Air Fryers, cooking broccoli is a simple and easy thing to do. Just toss the broccoli with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and your favorite seasonings. Place in the air fryer and cook for 7-8 minutes on 370°F. Toss the broccoli pieces in the air fryer basket halfway through cooking.
· Steam Broccoli: Add two to three inches of water in a large pot outfitted with a steamer basket and bring water to a boil. Add broccoli florets, cover with a lid and steam (about 3-4 minutes). Then remove the basket with the broccoli florets. Don’t overcook. Serve with salt and freshly ground black pepper along with your desired toppings.
· Pan Sauté Broccoli: Heat olive oil (or oil of your choice) in a large sauté pan on medium heat. Use about 2 tablespoons of oil per 1 pound of broccoli. When the oil is hot, add the broccoli florets along with any spices and place the lid on the pan. Every so often, take the lid off and toss to combine. Cooking time will be around 5-7 minutes.
· Oven Roasted Broccoli: Toss broccoli in your favorite high heat oil and spices of your choice. Arrange the broccoli florets so they are flat on a large baking sheet. In a preheated 425°F oven, roast the broccoli for about 15 minutes making sure to toss the pieces about every five minutes.
How to Store Sauteed Broccoli
Store the leftover broccoli in an airtight container for up to 6 days. These leftover vegetables are perfect for a quick meal. Reheat on the Blackstone Griddle, in the microwave or a pot on the stove.
More Blackstone Griddle Side Dish Recipes
If you are looking for more delicious side dishes that can be made on a Blackstone Flat Top Griddle, then you have come to the right place.
Try my fried rice recipe, chicken fried rice, Hasselback potato, cheddar biscuits, smashed potatoes, loaded smashed potatoes, sweet potato fries, deep fried French fries, griddle butternut squash, griddle glazed carrots, griddle corn on the cob, yellow beans on the griddle, and Lion’s Mane Mushrooms on the Blackstone Griddle.
Blackstone Broccoli – FAQ
Broccoli pieces are very versatile and great in many recipes. Try any of the cooking methods above. Add pieces of broccoli to a vegetable soup or make a broccoli casserole for your next gathering.
Share the broccoli from the garden with family and friends that might not have access to them. My family’s preferred method of cooking broccoli is to steam them until they are fork tender, drain, and then toss with some butter.
Blackstone Sauteed Broccoli Recipe
Get the full recipe below along with the nutrition facts.
Blackstone Sauteed Broccoli Recipe
Blackstone Sauteed Broccoli is super easy to make and pairs well with a griddle steak or your favorite main dish. Garden fresh broccoli tastes delicious on the Blackstone Griddle!! This bright green vegetable is crisp tender with a fresh flavor that will become your new favorite side dish!
Ingredients
- Olive Oil 1 tablespoon
- Broccoli Florets, 1" Pieces 2 cups
- Salt 1/8 teaspoon
- Pepper 1/8 teaspoon
Instructions
How to Sauté Broccoli on a Blackstone Griddle
- Preheat the Flat Top Blackstone Griddle to medium low heat. If using an Blackstone Electric Griddle, set the dial to 400°F.
- Place a thin layer of olive oil or a pat of butter onto the flat top griddle. You want to cook the broccoli pieces, low and slow.
- Once the griddle is hot, put the broccoli pieces onto the flat top.
- Use a squeeze bottle of water and have a griddle dome lid ready to cover the broccoli. Squirt about 2 tablespoons of water on and around the vegetable pieces.
- Cover with a dome lid to trap as much of the steam as possible to help sauté the broccoli. Let cook for several minutes and then check the broccoli to see how it is cooking.
- Toss the broccoli florets with a griddle spatula to prevent burning. Squirt more water onto the cooking vegetables and cover again. Cooking time will vary but will take about 5 - 10 minutes.
- Once the sautéed broccoli recipe has reached its desired tenderness, season to taste and top with your favorite topping.
Notes
Broccoli Add-Ins
- Favorite Seasonings
- Local Maple Syrup
- Minced Garlic or Garlic Powder
- Red Pepper Flakes or Chili Flakes
- Flavored Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salted Butter
- Slivered Almonds
- Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese or a sprinkle of Goat Cheese
- Onion (diced, sliced, powdered, or granulates)
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Fresh Herbs (parsley, mint, etc.)
- Splash of Soy Sauce
- Slices of American Cheese or a Cheese Sauce
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Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 115Total Fat 7gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 0mgSodium 191mgCarbohydrates 11gFiber 5gSugar 2gProtein 4g
Note: For exact nutritional information, consult your dietitian. All nutritional information is simply a guideline.
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