Braised Kale With Orange Tamari Cannellini Recipe

Name: Braised Kale With Orange Tamari Cannellini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound kale; Splash olive or argan oil; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; zest and juice of one orange; zest and juice of one lemon; 2 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated; 30 ounces cooked cannellini beans; 2 tablespoons premium tamari; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste; dash of milled black pepper, to taste; squeeze of lemon; (grated cheese such as edam and mozzarella, optional, to broil on top for a variation)

Servings: persons

1 pound kale
Splash olive or argan oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
zest and juice of one orange
zest and juice of one lemon
2 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
30 ounces cooked cannellini beans
2 tablespoons premium tamari
1 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
dash of milled black pepper, to taste
squeeze of lemon
(grated cheese such as edam and mozzarella, optional, to broil on top for a variation)

1
Wash and sort the large kale leaves. Lightly steam in a large pot for about 3-4 minutes. Remove from pot and cut into one inch to inch and a half pieces. Cut any stems shorter into one quarter inch pieces.
2
In a large braising pan heat the oil. Saute the onions and ginger. Add the cut kale stems first, zests, pepper, and salt. Saute until the kale begins to soften.
3
Add the kale greens, beans and juice. Cook until kale wilts. Add the tamari. Continue to cook until the beans are heated and the kale is tender. Taste and season if needed.
4
To brighten squeeze fresh lemon on top before serving. Serve as a side. For a variation consider adding grated cheese on top, brown under the broiler and serve, or use as a thin crust pizza topping.

376

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound kale, Splash olive or argan oil, 1 large yellow onion, chopped, zest and juice of one orange, and more.

Yes, Braised Kale With Orange Tamari Cannellini falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Kale With Orange Tamari Cannellini

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Variations & substitutions

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