Broccoli and Cauliflower Stir Fry

Time: 20 minutes

Serves: 2-4

Inspired by: I’ve had overcooked broccoli covered in fake cheese and as gross as it was, I knew that it would be awesome if it was cooked perfectly and sprinkled with a really nice hard salty cheese. I’ve since found that pan-frying gives it an extra depth of flavor when you can brown the veggies a bit. I love this – this past winter it has been one of my favorites to make with scallops or any other fish.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3-4 cups of broccoli crowns cut into small pieces
• 3-4 cups of cauliflower crowns cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup parmesan or asiago (or other hard salty cheese) finely grated
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 – 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

• Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to large sauté pan on medium-high heat.
• Add cauliflower and cook for about 5 minutes – edges should start browning.
• Add broccoli and another tablespoon olive oil and salt and pepper – toss well and cook for another 7-8 minutes or until as cooked as you’d like – I prefer the edges browned and almost a bit charred but the veggies not too soft.
• Put into a bowl, toss with the cheese and serve.

Notes: I love this with just about anything, but it’s really nice having hearty, hot vegetables in winter and I especially love this dish with seared scallops.