Battered Broccoli Florets (Torreznos de Brócoli)

Steps

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1. 1
   Cut the broccoli into small florets and wash thoroughly.
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2. 2
   Boil the broccoli in water without salt until tender, then drain well.
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3. 3
   Heat oil in a pan. Blend the tomatoes, garlic cloves, half of the onion, serrano chiles, and a pinch of salt together, then pour into the hot oil and cook until well softened.
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4. 4
   Slice the remaining half of the onion and add to the sauce for extra flavor.
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5. 5
   Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Beat the whites until foamy, then gently fold in the yolks.
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6. 6
   In another pan with hot oil, dip each broccoli floret into the egg batter and fry until golden brown on all sides.
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7. 7
   Transfer the fried broccoli into the tomato sauce and simmer briefly until the flavors combine, being careful not to overcook and dry them out.
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