Grilled Broccoli With Soy Sauce, Maple Syrup and Balsamic Vinegar Recipe (2024)

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Chrissy

It would be nice to also give an actual recipe for those who might need it. For some folks, even a 4 ingredient recipe might be daunting. Something like: -2 tbsp soy sauce + 2 tbsp balsamic + 1 tbsp maple syrup + 1 tsp oil-- or something like that, for those who might need a little more rails around them. It would make a good cheat sheet for those of us trying to cook off the rails a little, but who are worried we might be far off the map.

Courtney

Is it wrong to start eating the smaller florets right out of the pan while waiting for the larger ones to cook? Do I have to share?

Tim

I love these no-recipe recipes but it would be SUPER helpful if you formatted the text (bold the amounts and ingredients). Very hard to skim while planning/cooking.

Marion

Fantastic recipe! Add some garlic chili sauce, and served over rice. We were fighting over the last bits. I will make again tomorrow night, this time adding sliced red peppers and cubes of medium firm tofu to make a full meal, and will serve with a wedge of lemon. I made enough sauce to have roughly 1/4 inch of sauce on bottom of pan, in which I tossed the broccoli a few times during roasting. There was a bit left that we scooped over the rice.

quilter

Try roasting broccoli at 450 degrees for 8- 10 minutes with a splash of olive oil, and garlic and onion powder. Perfect. (2) 2 T balsamic, 2T soy sauce, 2 T maple syrup (3) Added a bit of fresh ginger paste to the balsamic-soy dressing. Made a generous amount and had extra to pour over my rice. Topped with garlic salt as well. Yum!

bagelsandmoxie

This reminds me (vaguely) of David Chang's fish sauce vinaigrette, which is the best thing to happen to vegetables ever. My slight variation on that is: 2 T fish sauce, 1 T water, 1–2 tsp rice wine vinegar or lime juice, 1 or 2 grated garlic cloves, 1 T maple syrup or sugar. Toss with burning hot roasted veggies or a pan full of charred, sautéed brussels sprouts, cauliflower, or broccoli immediately after turning off the heat. So addictive.

angelique

Try balsamic GLAZE, vs vinegar and skip the maple syrup. Perfect!

Pookie

Consider roasting the broccoli. Preheat the oven to 400 F/204 C. Put the broccoli in a large pan so it is single layered (spread out), and roast for about 30 minutes (check them at the 20 minute mark they may be done).

CHH

Best broccoli ever! And so easy. Tossed it like a salad, using just enough sauce to get it moist but not soggy. Baked on cookie sheet at 450for about 20 minutes. Delicious!

LeighF

2 T balsamic, 2T soy sauce, 2 T maple syrup

Matt

450 for 20 minutes was too long for our taste. We suggest you check it sooner.

Saffron3

Hey good about the healthy grains. I almost never use them, prefer basmati or jasmine rice once a week.

Pharmergirl

We used 2 T soy sauce, 2 T balsamic vinegar, 1 T olive oil, and 1 tsp maple syrup. Grilled until charred and tender. Sprinkled with salt and some freshly grated parmesan. Delicious.

Marty

try balsamic glaze instead of vinegar and skip the maple syrup

Lorraine Fina Stevenski

Look for Bal-Soy sauce. Made in Italy. Combo of soy sauce and reduced balsamic. Love this to cook with and to splash on. Great on broccoli.

ReginaB

Terrific side dish. We tossed the broccoli with 2 T of soy sauce, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar and drizzled it with neutral oil. We then roasted it at 450 degrees because it was pouring outside so the grill wasn’t an option. My family loved it and ate every bit of it. Definitely a keeper!

debbie

2tb soy sauce2tb balsamic2tb maple syrup2tb Olive oil

winston

Good without maple syrup. Do not overcook.

uknowthe1

This is terrible! Not good at all. Don’t waste the ingredients on it. Yuck-o! Did I mention it’s bad? The char with the broccoli with the combination of the sauce. No bueno.

Tracy S

Good. After cooking I tossed with Trader Joe’s chili onion crunch.

Margaret

Adding cloves of garlic to the mix could only make it better! :)

Pineconeboy

Absolutely delicious as a raw broccoli salad too!

Lmd

My husband does not like roasted vegetables. So I steamed broccoli with a little water and butter then added the sauce when tender. Stir fried for a short minute. Sprinkled chili flakes and sesame seeds. Yum!

Bill M.

Request to have again! Broccoli not really soft enough but crisp. Florets have crispy smokey flavor Make sure grill is hot. Best thing: sauce left in bowl.... put in sauce pan. Add some corn starch and garlic and onion powder and margarine. And more oil and let simmer till fairly Thick. Great sauce over broccoli and rice. Maybe try blanching broccoli to get it soft throughout, prior to grilling. Also try one broiler as well. Needed lots of broccoli for two dinner size portion with rice.

Jonathan

This did not work out well for me. The broccoli was a bit dried out and and way to strong n flavor due to the balsamic vinegar. I don't doubt this could be good if prepared well.

Liz

Following the suggestion to improvise, I used fresh asparagus, added slivered almonds, and put under the broiler until it looked done. Served over saffron brown jasmine rice, garnished with chopped egg and red pepper flakes. Delicious and easy.

jackie

Much better roasted than as written. I poured the sauce all over the broccoli garlic and roasted at 450 for 35 min. They came out crispy instead of soggy like with pan frying.

Jeannie

This was on the menu when I visited my son and cooked dinner with him. He invited a few friends over including a neighbor, a young man whose wife was away on a 6-month military deployment. He said, "Ma'am, that was the best meal I've had since my wife deployed." About a week later, my son called. His friend told him, "I was dreaming about your mom's broccoli. Will you get the recipe for me?" A definite winner.

Stefanie

This was lovely. I used 2Tbspoon soy sauce, 2Tbspoon balsamic vinegar and 1Tbspoon maple syrup, and a tiny bit of groundnut oil. I also added a bit of minced garlic and red pepper flakes, 20 minutes roasting at 200 Celsius. I added the florets to a baking sheet with chicken legs, 20 minutes before the chicken was done, and had some rice with it. Yummy

Jim

Did this in the wok. Used sherry vinegar instead of balsamic, otherwise same ingredients. Threw in a little leftover roasted cashews and a little leftover coconut basmati at the end, sprinkled with a little sesame oil. Was a really tasty quick meal. Next time I think I will try the balsamic (or rice) vinegar instead, but it was still nice.

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FAQs

How to make broccoli taste good without making it unhealthy? ›

Garlic and butter help make broccoli taste irresistible. Simply sautee the broccoli in a pan with just a little butter, some onions and grated garlic and voila! Add a drizzle of lemon if desired.

Should I blanch broccoli? ›

It slows the loss of valuable nutrients, which is especially important when you plan to freeze broccoli for an extended period of time, and enhances the color of the vegetable. Blanching keeps the color bright green so you don't get dull gray-green florets in your favorite broccoli casserole.

How long do you steam broccoli? ›

Add broccoli, steam 5 to 6 min: Add the broccoli to the steamer and cover; reduce heat to medium and let cook for 5-6 minutes. The broccoli is done when you can pierce it with a fork. As soon as it is pierce-able, remove from heat, place in serving dish.

How long do you boil broccoli? ›

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook, uncovered, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes depending on the size of the florets. Drain into a colander, transfer to a plate, sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve with lemon wedges.

How do restaurants make broccoli so good? ›

How do restaurants make broccoli so good? Restaurants often blanch broccoli first to ensure it's cooked quickly and evenly, maintaining a vibrant color and crisp texture.

What seasoning is good for broccoli? ›

It's definitely hard to find a spice or herb that doesn't work with broccoli or broccolini. Any combination of garlic, salt, pepper and any classic herbs, (basil, rosemary, sage, parsley, tarragon, thyme, etc.,) is a surefire way to treat these veggies right.

What happens if you don't blanch broccoli before freezing? ›

Like most vegetables, if frozen raw, the texture and taste of broccoli will deteriorate into a mushy, grey and unpleasant shadow of its former self, with the goodness leeching away. So, do make sure you blanch it to preserve its colour, flavour and nutrients.

Why put broccoli in ice water? ›

To keep those green beans, broccoli, asparagus, or leafy greens really green, submerge them in an ice water bath the moment you pull them out of the boiling water. This will keep them vibrantly green with a pleasing snap.

Can dogs eat broccoli? ›

Yes, dogs can eat broccoli. Dogs can eat the vegetable both cooked and raw, as long as there are no seasonings or oils added. However, this vegetable should always be given in very small quantities, especially because the florets contain isothiocyanates, which can cause gastric irritation in dogs.

Is it better to steam or bake broccoli? ›

In this regards, it is likely that broccoli cooked by steaming will be better fit for human consumption than other cooking methods. In conclusion, the current study clearly shows that nutrient and health-promoting compounds in broccoli are significantly affected by domestic cooking.

What is the most nutritious way to cook broccoli? ›

Blanching is a quick dip in boiling water, followed immediately by cooling. You can also preserve both nutrients and the enzyme needed to form protective isothiocyanates if you steam broccoli for three or four minutes (just until crisp-tender) or microwave for less than one minute.

Do you wash broccoli before you steam it? ›

First things first, you'll want to make sure your broccoli is completely washed. Although the heads you buy from the grocery store aren't usually super dirty, dirt can be hiding in some of the nooks and crannies. The best way to thoroughly wash broccoli is to submerge the head in a large bowl of water.

Is it better to microwave or boil broccoli? ›

Microwaving is a safe way to cook broccoli and requires less time than steaming. Microwaving is also thought to preserve the nutrients in vegetables most effectively.

Can you cook broccoli without boiling it first? ›

Ways to Prepare Broccoli

Broccoli can be eaten raw, but blanching it quickly in boiling water helps give it a more crisp-tender texture and bring out its flavor. Broccoli can also be steamed, sautéed, and roasted. You could even throw long spears on the grill!

What's the healthiest way to cook broccoli? ›

You can also preserve both nutrients and the enzyme needed to form protective isothiocyanates if you steam broccoli for three or four minutes (just until crisp-tender) or microwave for less than one minute.

How to cook broccoli without losing nutrients? ›

Healthiest Way to Cook broccoli. Over-cooking broccoli can result in a tasteless mush. A quick saute with garlic and a splash of water, that is enough to not only cook this under-appreciated vegetable but also retain all it's flavour and nutrition.

How do you neutralize the taste of broccoli? ›

Blanching broccoli in a large pot of salt water releases bitter acids from the plant cells and rinses them away, an action that steaming doesn't provide because of the low level of water involved. Additional measures for neutralizing broccoli's bitterness include tossing it with salt and citrus sauce.

Is boiled broccoli still healthy? ›

Boiling will remove up to 90% of broccoli's nutrients, so prepare it a similar way, such as blanching. First, get a bowl of ice water ready next to the stove. Boil water in a pot, add salt, and cook broccoli florets for 1-1½ minutes until they're just tender. Quickly cool them in the ice water.

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