Description
This flavorful smashed chilli garlic broccoli is crispy, garlicky, and packed with a hint of spice! It’s the ultimate side dish or appetizer for veggie lovers. Pair it with a creamy peanut butter dip or experiment with other toppings for a versatile and delicious twist. Perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of broccoli (cut into florets, including stem if desired)
- 1 tbsp butter (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- A sprinkle of crispy seaweed flakes
Optional Peanut Butter Dip:
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp water
- A pinch of salt, pepper, and chilli flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) / 350°F.
- Cut the broccoli into florets and cube the stem if using. Boil or steam the broccoli for 5 minutes until slightly tender. Drain well.
- Arrange the broccoli on a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Using a potato masher or the flat bottom of a mug, gently smash each floret to flatten slightly.
- Melt the butter in a small bowl and stir in the minced garlic. Brush the garlic butter generously over the smashed broccoli. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and chilli flakes.
- Bake the broccoli for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Remove the broccoli from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and crispy seaweed flakes.
- For the dip, mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, and water in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed. Add a pinch of salt, pepper, and chilli flakes for flavor.
- Serve the smashed broccoli warm with the peanut butter dip on the side.
Notes
- Use olive oil instead of butter for a vegan-friendly version.
- Add Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
- Substitute sesame seeds with crushed nuts for extra crunch.
- Try air frying for faster cooking time and additional crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 57 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 88mg
- Fat: 3.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 8mg