This is broccoli at it’s best. Crunchy and fresh in some spots, caramelised
and complex in others. It seems like so much more than, well, just
broccoli.
Tahini is a paste of ground sesame seeds and is available from most
health food stores. Natural yoghurt and lemon juice, without the water
make a good substitute.
1 head broccoli, chopped into bite sized mini-trees
1 can chickpeas (14oz / 400g), drained
2 tablespoons tahini
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Preheat a large frying pan on the hottest heat. Add 2 tablespoon olive
oil to pan. When it starts to smoke add the broccoli and cover with a
lid or an oven tray – it’s critical to seal it so the broccoli fries from the
bottom but steams at the top.
After 2 minutes, remove the lid and stir. Return lid and cook for a
further 2 minutes. Add the chickpeas and stir. Cover and cook for
another minute.
Test a piece of broccoli – if it’s tender, remove from the heat. If not,
cover and cook for another few minutes. Season.
Meanwhile, combine tahini and lemon juice with 2 tablespoons water
and stir until you have a smooth sauce.
Serve broccoli and chickpeas with tahini sauce drizzled over the top.
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