Braised Celery with Vermouth Butter Glaze

Elevate a humble vegetable to gourmet status with this Braised Celery with Vermouth Butter Glaze, a side dish that blends elegance with simplicity. Perfectly tender celery stalks are gently braised in a luxurious combination of dry vermouth, savory broth, and a touch of butter, then finished with a golden, buttery glaze. The addition of finely chopped shallots, fresh parsley, and lemon zest brings layers of depth and brightness to this flavor-packed dish. Whether paired with roasted meats, delicate fish, or a vegetarian main, this recipe transforms celery from supporting role to star of the table. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an effortlessly sophisticated addition to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces celery stalks
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small, finely chopped shallot
• 1 cup dry vermouth
• 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Wash the celery stalks thoroughly and trim the tops and bottoms. If the stalks are wide, cut them in half lengthwise to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Place the celery stalks in the pan in a single layer. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour in the dry vermouth and chicken or vegetable broth. The liquid should come about halfway up the sides of the celery; add more broth if necessary.

Step 6

Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let the celery braise for 25-30 minutes, or until it is tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 7

Once tender, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the liquid to reduce to a glaze-like consistency, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat the celery in the glaze.

Step 8

Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to enrich the glaze, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Transfer the braised celery to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh parsley and lemon zest for a bright finish.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish to roasted meats, fish, or a vegetarian main.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	669.9

Total Fat 51.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 93mg	0%
Sodium 1571.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 5.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 186.3mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 1115.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 79.2%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 16.7%