Broccoli With Onions And Cumin


This zesty dish originally called for huauzontle, a long-stemmed green common in mexican cuisine that tastes similar to broccoli. If you can find huauzontle, feel free to substitute it for the broccoli.

Steps


Bring a large skillet or wide deep saucepan of water to a boil.
Add the broccoli and cook , uncovered , until crisp-tender and still bright green , 6 to 7 minutes.
While the broccoli is cooking , heat a skillet and toast cumin seeds for 1 to 2 minutes or until very fragrant.
Remove from heat and crush or grind in a spice grinder.
Heat the oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic , cook while stirring , until the onion is limp , about 4 minutes.
Add the remaining ingredients , including the cumin , and cook for 1 minute.
Drain broccoli well and transfer to a serving platter or shallow bowl.
Spoon onions on top.
Serve hot.

Ingredients


broccoli, cumin seed, olive oil, red onion, garlic clove, cider vinegar, salt, fresh ground pepper, unsalted butter