How to Make Braised Celery - A Step-by-Step Guide

Celery is often thought of as just a crunchy snack to dip in peanut butter or hummus, but it can also be transformed into a delicious and comforting dish when braised. Braising celery brings out its natural sweetness and tenderizes the tough vegetable, turning it into a melt-in-your-mouth delight. This braised celery recipe is a simple and flavorful way to elevate this often overlooked vegetable into a satisfying and elegant side dish.

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Ingredients

  • 1 bunch celery, cleaned and cut into 4 inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Arrange the celery in a single layer on the bottom of a large skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Dot with butter. Dissolve the bouillon cube in boiling water, and pour over the celery.
  • Cover pan, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
  • Nutrition

    76 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 731mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 368mg