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Oven-Charred Broccoli

Oven-Charred Broccoli

By Calvin CoxNovember 18, 2021

  • Makes
    4 servings
  • Cook Time
    35 minutes
  • Rating

Broccoli, like most cruciferous vegetables, is especially delicious when deeply charred, which develops nutty, bittersweet flavors while crisping the florets. Our method of choice is a preheated baking sheet in an intensely hot oven, as more broccoli can be cooked this way than in a skillet on the stovetop. Charred broccoli is great on its own—maybe with some freshly squeezed lemon for brightness—but tossing with a few high-impact ingredients immediately after coming out of the oven takes the flavors to another level (see the recipes below).

Tip

Don’t forget to set a rimmed baking sheet on the oven rack placed in the lowest position when you turn on the oven. Make sure the baking sheet is heavyweight so it doesn’t warp and can withstand a 500°F oven.

Ingredients
  • 2

    pounds broccoli, florets cut into 2-inch pieces, stems peeled and sliced about ¼ inch thick

  • 2

    tablespoons grapeseed or other neutral oil

  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper

Heat the oven to 500°F with a rack in the lowest position. Set a heavyweight rimmed baking sheet on the rack.

In a large bowl, toss the broccoli with the oil, ¼ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and distribute the broccoli in an even layer. Roast without stirring until deeply charred and tender-crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish.

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