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Best Easy Salsiccia e Friarielli Recipe

Name: Best Easy Salsiccia e Friarielli Recipe
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 250 g
Ingredients: Italian pork sausage links 16 oz; Broccoli rabe 2 bunches; Extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp; Garlic cloves 4 pieces; Red pepper flakes 0.5 tsp; Kosher salt 1 tsp; Black pepper 0.5 tsp

Neapolitan sausage with bitter broccoli rabe is a street food legend turned family dinner. This high protein mediterranean dish is a carnivore favorite packed with fresh, bold southern Italian flavor.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 430 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

Italian pork sausage links 16 oz
Broccoli rabe 2 bunches
Extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp

Seasonings/Sauce

Garlic cloves 4 pieces
Red pepper flakes 0.5 tsp
Kosher salt 1 tsp
Black pepper 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 7 g 7%

Protein 22 g 21%

Fat 34 g 72%

Serving size 250g

Cooking steps

1

Trim tough ends from the broccoli rabe, halve any thick stalks, and rinse well in cold water.
2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli rabe for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking; drain and set aside.
3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausages and cook gently, turning often, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10–12 minutes. Remove sausages and set aside.
4

Wipe excess fat from skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and gently sauté garlic and red pepper flakes over medium-low heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes (do not let the garlic brown).
5

Add drained broccoli rabe to the skillet, season with kosher salt and black pepper, and sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently. Return sausages to the pan to rewarm and mingle flavors for 2 minutes before serving.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The core of this dish is the combination of Italian pork sausage and broccoli rabe. The sausage brings savory, rich flavor while the bitter, green notes of broccoli rabe define the classic Neapolitan taste.

Q. Why is blanching the broccoli rabe important?

Blanching the broccoli rabe removes bitterness and helps maintain its vibrant color. Rapidly shocking the greens in ice water stops cooking, preserving the ideal texture essential for the dish's balance.

Q. How do I prevent overcooked sausage or soggy broccoli rabe?

Cook sausages over medium heat just until browned and cooked through—don't rush with high heat, which can cause splitting or dryness. Sauté the blanched broccoli rabe just 3–4 minutes to keep it tender but not wilted.

Q. How many calories or what’s the protein-to-carb ratio per serving?

Each serving has about 430 kcal, with 22g protein (21% of calories) and only 7g carbohydrates (7%). This makes the dish particularly high in protein relative to carbs and ideal for a carnivore-focused meal.

Best Easy Salsiccia e Friarielli Recipe

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