Braised Endives with Hazelnuts Recipe

Name: Braised Endives with Hazelnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. unsalted butter; 4 endives, halved lengthwise; 1 medium leek, thinly sliced ( 1/2 cup); 2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar; 1 cup apple juice; 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme; 1 1/2 tsp. whole-grain mustard; 1 Tbs. heavy cream; 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped; 2 Tbs. chopped parsley

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. unsalted butter
4 endives, halved lengthwise
1 medium leek, thinly sliced ( 1/2 cup)
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 cup apple juice
1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1 1/2 tsp. whole-grain mustard
1 Tbs. heavy cream
1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
2 Tbs. chopped parsley

1
Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Place endives cut-side-down in skillet, and cook 8 minutes, or until browned.
3
Transfer to plate, and add leek to pan.
4
Cook 1 minute, then stir in vinegar.
5
Simmer 2 minutes.
6
Add juice, broth, thyme, and endives cut-side up, and bring to a simmer.
7
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 5 minutes.
8
Uncover; increase heat to medium-high.
9
Simmer 10 minutes.
10
Transfer endives to platter.
11
Stir mustard and cream into liquid.
12
Simmer 4 minutes, or until thickened.
13
Serve endives garnished with pan sauce, nuts, and parsley.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. unsalted butter, 4 endives, halved lengthwise, 1 medium leek, thinly sliced ( 1/2 cup), 2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Braised Endives with Hazelnuts falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Endives with Hazelnuts

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