Braised Endives With Orange and Toasted Almonds

Name: Braised Endives With Orange and Toasted Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 6 endives, ends trimmed, halved lengthwise; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; salt; 1 teaspoon finely chopped mint; 2 tablespoons toasted almonds, slivered or chopped; 1 navel orange; 4 tablespoons ricotta cheese; 2 teaspoons hazelnut oil (optional) or 2 teaspoons walnut oil (optional); coarse sea salt or fleur de sel

Servings: persons

1
Heat 2 T EVOO over high heat in a large skillet.
2
When hot, place endives in skillet cut side down and sear until very lightly browned.
3
Lower heat to medium-low, add vinegar and salt to taste, cover and braise for 3-5 minutes until endives are tender.
4
Transfer contents to a large bowl and toss with remaining EVOO, half the mint or chives, and almonds.
5
Set aside.
6
Hold the orange above the bowl while you peel away the skin and pith from top to bottom using a paring knife.
7
Cut away sections from between the membranes, then cut sections in half lengthwise to get thin slices.
8
Arrange the endive mixture on salad plates and pour the juice from the bowl over them.
9
Garnish with orange slices and top with remaining herbs.
10
If desired: place spoonfuls of ricotta on the plate and atop the salad, and drizzle with hazelnut or walnut oil.
11
Serve warm or room temperature.

199

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 6 endives, ends trimmed, halved lengthwise, 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, salt, and more.

Yes, Braised Endives With Orange and Toasted Almonds falls under the General 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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