Sauteed Dandelion

Mom makes the best dandelion dish with crunchy caramelized onions. I never got to make them as crunchy but they are great just the same. She gave me the tip to add some flour when sauteing the onions after they turn gold. Good luck if you try that!!




Ingredients:



2-pounds dandelion washed stems removed and chopped 1inch thick

1 bunch cilantro washed and chopped

¾ cup olive oil

2-onion julienne

2 garlic sliced (optional)

2-lemon juice

½ teaspoon salt





Prepare dandelions and transfer to pot and cover with water, cook for 5 minutes, or until just tender. Drain and squeeze excess water. Use the same pot to sauté onions with the olive oil till golden brown. Remove and set aside. Place cilantro in the same pot and sauté until wilted add dandelions, garlic, and salt. Finish with lemon juice and garnish with the sautéed onions.

Serve with pita bread.