African Style Broccoli Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful African-inspired broccoli recipe! This quick and easy dish, originally discovered during the Zaar World Tour 2005, combines tender broccoli with a zesty, nutty sauce. Perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 227.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.5 (33 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for African Style Broccoli

  • 1 1/2 lbs broccoli florets
  • Cauliflower Florets
  • Carrots
  • Canola Oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • Ground Coriander
  • Nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp chopped pine nuts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • onions
  • garlic

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How to Make African Style Broccoli

  1. Steam broccoli, onions, and garlic for 2 minutes, covered.
  2. Rinse the broccoli mixture under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  3. Drain the broccoli mixture well.
  4. In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add salt, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  5. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, white wine vinegar, and honey.
  7. Add the spice mixture to the sour cream mixture and whisk to combine.
  8. Add the sauce to the drained broccoli mixture.
  9. Toss gently to coat the broccoli evenly.
  10. Just before serving, stir in the sliced green onions and sprinkle with chopped nuts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

26g

Carbs

4g

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