Celery Steamed in a Skillet Recipe

Name: Celery Steamed in a Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds celery (1 large or 2 medium heads); 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 plump garlic cloves, crushed and peeled; 2 medium onions, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon peperoncino flakes, or to taste; 1/2 cup pitted black olives; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cups hot water; A heavy saucepan, such as an enameled cast-iron Dutch oven, 10 inches wide with a 3-to-4-quart capacity, with a cover

Servings: persons

1
Separate the heads of celery, and wash and trim the stalks.
2
Shave tough outer ribs with a vegetable peeler or paring knife, removing thick skin and strings.
3
Cut the stalks crosswise, including leafy parts, into 4-inch pieces (or smaller chunks if you prefer).
4
Pour the olive oil into the saucepan, set it over medium heat, stir in the garlic cloves and sliced onions, and heat until sizzling.
5
Heap the celery in the pan, sprinkle over it the salt and peperoncino, and stir and toss, coating the celery chunks with oil.
6
Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, as the celery starts cooking.
7
Stir in the olives, turn up the heat a bit, and saute the vegetables about 15 minutes, tossing and stirring now and then, until the celery and onions are softened and caramelized on the edges.
8
Meanwhile, stir and blend the tomato paste in the 2 cups of hot water to make a braising liquid.
9
When the celery is lightly browned, pour in the tomato water and bring it to a boil.
10
Cover the pan, and adjust the heat to maintain a steady, gentle perking.
11
Cook about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the celery is completely tender and caramelized and the liquid has reduced to a glaze.
12
Serve right away as a side dish, or let it cool to room temperature.
13
Leftover celery will keep in the refrigerator for a few days and freezes well.

270

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 1/2 pounds celery (1 large or 2 medium heads), 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 plump garlic cloves, crushed and peeled, 2 medium onions, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Celery Steamed in a Skillet 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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Celery Steamed in a Skillet

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