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Braised Belgian Endive

Braised Belgian Endive

These soft endives are easy to make and go beautifully with roasted meats and fish.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Belgium, North Western European
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: My Hungry Traveler

Equipment

  • wide frying pan
  • Spatula

Ingredients

  • 1½ lb Endives, rinsed, drained, outer leaves removed, and cut in half lengthwise
  • 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ tsp Each, salt and pepper
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 pinch Ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 4 tbsp Water
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Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Add endives salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, flipping them occasionally to brown.
    Sprinkle in nutmeg, garlic, and brown sugar. Cook endives about 30 seconds on each side.
    Add water and continue to cook until tender, another 10-15 minutes. Gently flip from time-to-time. Adjust seasoning, place in a serving dish, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 247mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.3mg