Braised Iceberg Lettuce

Braised Iceberg Lettuce

4 servings
Cooking unloved lettuce is a fantastic way to stop food waste and use up those boring lettuces at the bottom of the salad drawer. Easy, economical and nourishing, this braised lettuce recipe is deliciously buttery, nutty and subtly bitter. Fat free, low calorie, and cheap, it's a winning dish!

Ingredients

  • iceberg lettuce
    1
  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • vegetable stock
    150 ml
  • frozen peas
    ½ c
  • salt & pepper
    to taste
  • soy sauce
    a dash to taste – optional

Directions

  1. 1

    Cut the lettuce into quarters (through the stem, so each segment holds together).

  2. 2

    Add the oil to a casserole dish on a medium heat. When the oil is hot, fry the lettuce on all sides until it is starting to turn brown.

  3. 3

    Add about 1.5 cm / ½" stock to the dish. Put the lid on and turn the heat right down. Simmer for about 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the frozen peas, if you need to leave the lid ajar to concentrate the juices and cook for a further 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Season with salt and pepper, and a dash of soy sauce if wanted, and serve.

Braised Iceberg Lettuce

Braised Iceberg Lettuce

35 min4 servings66 cal

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About this Recipe

Tired of letting that forgotten head of iceberg lettuce wilt away in the crisper drawer? This Braised Iceberg Lettuce recipe is a revelation, transforming an often-overlooked ingredient into a tender, flavorful side dish that will surprise and delight you.

Why This Recipe Works

This simple, economical recipe champions the idea of stopping food waste by giving unloved lettuce a delicious second life. Braising mellows iceberg's crisp bite into a luxuriously soft texture, infusing it with buttery, nutty, and subtly bitter notes. It’s a nourishing, low-calorie side that elevates a humble ingredient.

What to Expect

Prepare to rediscover iceberg lettuce in a whole new light. The finished dish offers a beautifully tender texture, far from its usual crispness, swimming in a rich, savory liquid. You'll experience a delightful interplay of buttery notes from the olive oil, the slight sweetness of peas, and the underlying, gentle bitterness of the braised lettuce itself. This fat-free and low-calorie side dish, at just 66 calories per serving, proves that delicious doesn't have to be decadent.

Customization & Variations

While this recipe shines on its own, you can easily adjust it to your taste. The dash of soy sauce is entirely optional, but it offers a wonderful boost of umami if you desire a deeper savoriness. Feel free to fine-tune the seasoning with salt and pepper to achieve your perfect balance.

Serving & Context

This braised side dish is an excellent companion to almost any meal. Its light yet satisfying character makes it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a more elaborate weekend feast, pairing wonderfully with roasted meats, poultry, or fish.

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