J. Kenji López-Alt - Get More Out of Your Broccoli With This Knife Trick
The video discusses effective methods for storing and cutting broccoli. For storage, broccoli can be kept in a plastic bag with air circulation or treated like a flower by placing it in water to keep it fresh. When cutting broccoli, the stem should not be discarded as it is flavorful. The video suggests slicing the stem for sautéing or roasting. A technique for cutting florets is to trim the base and pull them apart by hand to avoid small pieces that burn easily. This method preserves the integrity of the florets for roasting. For making broccoli soup, smaller florets and sliced stems are recommended, with the stems sautéed and pureed for the soup base, and charred florets added for texture and flavor contrast.
Key Points:
- Store broccoli in a plastic bag with air or in water like a flower.
- Do not discard broccoli stems; they are flavorful and can be used in cooking.
- Cut florets by trimming the base and pulling apart by hand to avoid small, burnable pieces.
- For broccoli soup, sauté and puree stems for the base, and add charred florets for texture.
- Find additional recipes and content on Kenji's Patreon and YouTube channels.
Details:
1. 👨🍳 Introduction to Broccoli Knife Skills
1.1. Understanding Broccoli Structure
1.2. Efficient Cutting Techniques
2. 🥦 Storing Broccoli Like a Pro
- Store broccoli in a plastic bag with some air circulation, such as leaving the bag half open, inside your vegetable crisper for optimal freshness.
- Alternatively, treat broccoli like a flower by placing it in a cup with water at the bottom, allowing the stems to draw water and keep the broccoli firm and moist.