No-Cook Broccoli

I found a sumptuous head of romanesco broccoli at this week's farmer's market. It's like a broccoli with psychedelic swirls on the top. How to prepare without cooking though? The following is a method what's called "cold cooking": a very simply, very useful method for raw vegans. Take:

• 1 head broccoli, minced
  
• 2 tsp celtic sea salt

Toss them together in a large metal or glass bowl. Work it for a good two minutes, or until the salt has fully dissolved. Next add:

• 1 tsp hemp/flax oil
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 spicy pepper
• 2 tbsp red onion, chopped
  
• 1 tsp ginger minced (optional)

Toss these and then apply weight to the dish. Setting some heavy plates on top of the broccoli for an hour. Put in the refrigerator and allow to marinate for 16-24 hours. Now your broccoli is soft, tender, well seasoned and ready to serve!