Pork Free Steamed Broccoli with Butter
Sometimes the simplest dishes are the ones you come back to again and again, and this buttery steamed broccoli is a perfect example. The florets are steamed just long enough to turn a vivid, almost jewel-like green while staying tender with a slight bite — none of that sad, mushy texture you get from overcooking. A couple tablespoons of butter and a pinch of sea salt are all it takes to turn a humble vegetable into something genuinely craveable. Optional fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a clean, herby finish that makes the whole bowl look as good as it tastes. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from pork and pork-derived products, so there's no label-reading required and no substitutions to stress over. It works beautifully as a weeknight side alongside grilled chicken, fish, or a hearty grain bowl. Quick, clean, and endlessly versatile — this is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation.
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4 servings
- 1 large head broccoli (about 1 ½ lb), cut into florets
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pour about 1 inch of water into a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Set a steamer basket inside — the water should sit just below the basket.
- 2
Add the broccoli florets to the steamer basket, cover with the lid, and steam for 5–7 minutes, until the florets are bright green and a fork slides into the thickest stem with just a little resistance.
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