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Whey Poached Purple Sprouting Broccoli with Sesame – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Whey Poached Purple Sprouting Broccoli with Sesame

A clever, zero-waste recipe that uses leftover whey to poach purple-sprouting broccoli, infusing it with an unforgettable tangy flavour. This simple technique creates an elegant side dish that celebrates seasonal produce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 95
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 400g / 14 oz purple-sprouting broccoli
  • 1 batch whey, from our home-made curds recipe
  • 3 tsp (15 ml) sesame seeds
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Unsalted butter or extra virgin olive oil, for finishing
  • If purple-sprouting broccoli is out of season, this method works beautifully with regular broccoli florets or broccolini.
  • For a different nutty crunch, try swapping the sesame seeds for toasted slivered almonds or chopped cashews.
  • The leftover whey after poaching is full of flavour. Allow it to cool and use it as a base for soups or stocks.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Broccoli: Trim about 2cm off the woody base of the broccoli stems. Pull off any coarse outer leaves, but keep the smaller, tender ones attached.
  2. Toast the Seeds: Place a dry frying pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the sesame seeds and toast, shaking the pan, for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden. Immediately tip them into a small bowl to prevent burning.
  4. Heat the Whey: Pour the whey into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  5. Poach the Broccoli: Carefully add the prepared broccoli to the simmering whey. If the liquid doesn't cover it, add a splash of hot water.
  6. Simmer for 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  7. Serve: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the poached broccoli to a serving dish.
  8. Sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds, sea salt, and pepper.
  9. Finish with a few knobs of butter or a generous drizzle of olive oil.
  10. Don't overcook the broccoli.
  11. Keep it tender-crisp for the best texture, vibrant color, and nutrient retention.

Nutrition

Calories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 7.1gProtein: 3.3gFat: 7.2g

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