Braised Lettuce Hearts with Jersey Butter and Lemon

A simple yet elegant dish highlighting the delicate flavor of lettuce hearts, enhanced by rich Jersey butter and a bright lemon finish.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

185 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

1 item

Cost

£1.14/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

Cuisine:

Jersey

Main Ingredient:

Chicken•Vegetarian

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy•Slow Cooker

Occasion:

Weeknight Dinner

Mood:

Comfort Food•Light & Fresh•Healthy•Indulgent

Ingredients

Servings

4Lettuce hearts (Romaine or Little Gem)(Halved lengthwise, cleaned well)

£1.80

4tablespoonsJersey butter(Unsalted, preferably)

£0.75

1Shallot(Minced)

£0.30

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

0.5cupChicken or Vegetable broth

£0.20

0.3cupDry white wine (optional)(Such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)

£0.75

1tablespoonFresh lemon juice

£0.10

2tablespoonsFresh parsley(Chopped, for garnish)

£0.40

To tasteSalt

£0.05

To tasteBlack pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.05

Total Cost

£4.55

£1.14 per serving

Instructions

1.
Melt the Jersey butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.
Add the minced shallot and garlic and cook until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
3.
If using, deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it reduce slightly, about 1 minute.
4.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
5.
Carefully arrange the halved lettuce hearts cut-side down in the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
6.
Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Braise for 15-20 minutes, or until the lettuce is tender-crisp and slightly wilted. Check occasionally to ensure the liquid hasn't evaporated completely; add a little more broth if needed.
7.
Remove the lid and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
8.
Transfer the braised lettuce hearts to serving plates. Spoon the remaining sauce over the lettuce.
9.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

185 kcal / 774 kJ

Carbs

2% of RDA

Fat

17g

24% of RDA

Protein

6% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

3 g

3% of RDA

Sodium

250 mg

11% of RDA

Saturated Fat

11 g

55% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of regular melted butter.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Serve as a side dish with grilled fish, chicken, or pork.

Feel free to experiment with other herbs, such as thyme or chives.

Cooking Equipment

Large skillet with lid

Wine Pairings

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Braised Lettuce Hearts with Jersey Butter and Lemon

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