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How to Cook Samphire

Amanda
How to prepare and cook samphire by frying, boiling and steaming.
4.89 from 27 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine British
Servings 4
Calories 11 kcal

Equipment

  • frying pan - optional
  • saucepan - optional
  • steamer - optional
  • colander
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
 
 

  • 230 g samphire 2 packs
  • 2 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions
 

  • Wash the samphire and break any big pieces into smaller strands.

To fry

  • Put a large frying pan over a medium heat and add the butter.
  • When it starts to foam add the samphire and cook 3 to 4 minutes until it just wilts.
  • Season to taste with pepper and serve immediately.

To boil

  • Bring a lidded saucepan of water to the boil and add the samphire.
  • Replace the lid and leave to cook for 2 minutes then drain in a colander.
  • Add the butter to the pan then stir in the hot samphire.
  • Season to taste and serve.

To steam

  • Put 2 cm or an inch of boiling water in a steamer.
  • Add the samphire to a steaming basket and replace the lid.
  • Cook for 2 minutes then season and serve.

Notes

Disclaimer:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

Nutrition

Calories: 11kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 1215mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 14IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
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