Sauteed Daylilies
Elevate your next meal with the delicate beauty and flavor of Sautéed Daylilies, a stunning dish that brings foraged elegance to your table. This quick and simple recipe highlights fresh daylily blossoms, gently sautéed in a blend of butter, olive oil, and garlic to achieve a tender, slightly crisp texture with golden edges. A touch of lemon juice brightens the savory notes, while a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances their natural taste. Perfect as an eye-catching side dish or an unexpected appetizer, these edible flowers are garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant, gourmet finish. With only 15 minutes from prep to plate, Sautéed Daylilies capture the essence of seasonal, natural cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Fresh daylily blossoms
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Carefully inspect the daylily blossoms and make sure they are free of insects or dirt. Gently rinse them in cool water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Remove the green stems and pistils as they can have a bitter flavor.
In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the prepared daylily blossoms to the skillet. Sauté gently for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly and their edges begin to turn golden.
Season the blossoms with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir gently to coat them evenly with the seasonings.
Add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the skillet and toss the blossoms lightly to brighten the flavor.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sautéed daylilies to a serving plate. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Serve the sautéed daylilies immediately as a unique side dish or elegant appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1348 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1278 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
