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Charred Romanesco with Anchovies and Mint

This charred romanesco with anchovies and mint is a vibrant, sophisticated take on a classic vegetable side dish. By deeply browning the romanesco florets in a frying pan before roasting, you unlock a nutty, caramelised flavour that pairs beautifully with the salty punch of anchovies and the heat of fresh chillies. The base of the dish is a slowly softened soffritto, which adds a wonderful depth of sweetness without the need for added sugars.

As a diabetes-friendly recipe, this dish is naturally low in carbohydrates and packed with fibre, making it an excellent choice for a healthy, balanced dinner. The addition of fresh mint provides a burst of brightness that cuts through the rich olive oil and savoury notes. Serve it alongside grilled fish or roast chicken for a light yet satisfying meal.

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Ingredients for Charred Romanesco with Anchovies and Mint

  • 120ml olive oil, divided

  • 1 large onion, minced

  • 1 large carrot, minced

  • 1 celery stalk, minced

  • 4 Fresno chillies or jalapeños, thinly sliced into rounds, seeded

  • Kosher salt

  • 1.4kg Romanesco or regular cauliflower (about 2 medium heads), cut into florets

  • 4 anchovy fillets packed in oil, drained

  • 120ml dry white wine

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/2 cup torn fresh mint leaves

How to make Charred Romanesco with Anchovies and Mint

Heat 120ml oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, and chillies; season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very soft but not brown, 12–15 minutes. Let soffritto cool.

Preheat oven to 232°C. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of Romanesco and cook, undisturbed, until deeply browned, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a roasting pan; repeat with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and remaining Romanesco. Add soffritto, anchovies, and wine to roasting pan; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.

Roast, tossing halfway through, until Romanesco is soft and liquid is mostly evaporated, 25–30 minutes; season with salt and pepper and top with mint.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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