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Sautéed Watercress

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Here, quickly sautéed greens get some spice and a kick of heat (thanks to red-pepper flakes)—and they become an ideal partner for the Buffalo salmon<\a>.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    15 min

  • Yield

    Makes 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil, divided
3 tablespoons pine nuts
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon hot red-pepper flakes
3 bunches watercress (1 lb), cut into 2-inch pieces

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then cook pine nuts with 1/4 teaspoon salt, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a small bowl.

    Step 2

    Add remaining tablespoon oil to skillet, then sauté garlic, coriander, red-pepper flakes, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper over medium-high heat until spices are fragrant, about 30 seconds.

    Step 3

    Add watercress and sauté, turning with tongs, until wilted, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve sprinkled with pine nuts.

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