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Steam or roast this Ocado broccoli for a delicious vegetable side that adds excellent crunch to any main meal preparation. As a naturally rich source of fibre, it supports a healthy balanced diet while delivering authentic freshness from seasonal farms.
- Contains naturally occurring folic acid to help support cellular health within your body regularly.
- Certified suitable for vegetarians seeking nutritious plant-based ingredients for daily meals.
- May originate from France, Spain or the UK depending on harvest season timing.
- Retains vibrant dark green colour even after being steamed or boiled correctly.
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Description
xThis crisp and fresh broccoli is typically a vibrant dark green, sometimes with hints of purple or blue, especially on the very tips of the buds, and a lighter green to whitish stem. Naturally high in folic acid and fibre, an 80g portion is 1 of your 5 a day.
The taste can vary slightly depending on whether they are raw or cooked. Raw: It has a crisp, slightly bitter, and subtly peppery flavour with a fresh, almost grassy undertone. Steamed/Boiled: The bitterness mellows significantly, and it becomes sweeter and more tender, retaining a mild, earthy green flavour. Roasted/Sautéed: Roasting or sautéing brings out a deeper, more caramelised sweetness and a nutty flavour, particularly if the florets get slightly browned or charred. The texture can become tender-crisp.
Broccoli is incredibly versatile and can be used in a vast array of dishes. Raw broccoli florets add crunch and a peppery bite to hearty salads, often paired with nuts, dried fruit, and creamy dressings or serve up on a veggie platter with a array of dips. Steamed, boiled, roasted, or sautéed, it makes an excellent accompaniment to almost any main meal - roasted meats, grilled fish, or casseroles. Its firm texture stands up well to high-heat cooking in stir-fries, absorbing flavours beautifully while adding a vibrant green colour and crunch to Asian-inspired dishes. Toss into pasta with garlic, olive oil, and chilli flakes, or incorporate into creamy pasta sauces. The florets are delicious when roasted alongside other vegetables like carrots, potatoes, parsnips and protein like chicken and sausages as part of a one-pan meal.
Looking to add more veg variety into your dishes? Simply search 'Ocado veg' for a huge range of fresh ideas.
Storage: Best stored in a fridge. Wash before use.
Cooking guidelines: For best results, steam. Remove all packaging. Rinse well. Steam: 6-8 mins. Cut into florets and place required amount into a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for 6-8 minutes until tender. Ensure the water does not boil dry. Boil: 4-6 mins. Cut into florets and place required amount into a saucepan of boiling water. Bring back to the boil and simmer for 4-6 minutes until tender. Drain and serve. All appliances vary. These are guidelines only. Ensure the product is piping hot before serving. Do not reheat.
