Lunch: Flash-Roasted Broccoli with Spicy Crumbs

Recipe by Grace Parisi The genius idea here is pulsing sliced pepperoni with bread crumbs to add a ton of extra flavor and a great crunch to broccoli.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Flash-Roasted Broccoli with Spicy Crumbs

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.

Ingredients

2 oz. sliced pepperoni
1 clove garlic
1 c. panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 lb. broccoli
salt
2 tbsp. Dijon mustard

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. In a mini food processor, pulse the pepperoni with the garlic until finely chopped. Add the panko and pulse just to combine.
In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the crumb mixture and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until crisp and golden, about 5 minutes. Scrape onto a plate and let cool.
Meanwhile, in a bowl, toss the broccoli with the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil and season with salt. Spread the broccoli on a baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes, turning once, until tender and browned in spots. Spread the mustard on one side of the broccoli and press the broccoli into the crumbs. Transfer the broccoli to a platter, sprinkle with any remaining crumbs, and serve.

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