Gruenkohl (Kale) With Pinkel Recipe

Name: Gruenkohl (Kale) With Pinkel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (796 ml) can kale; salt; 50 g bacon drippings (original recipe in German asks for pork schmaltz. I think bacon drippings would be the closest in fl) or 50 g lard (original recipe in German asks for pork schmaltz. I think b…; 2 onions, diced; 1 cup beef broth; 1 lb smoked streaky bacon (not slices-purchase a piece of smoked bacon from a deli); 1 large potato; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste); 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 4 smoked pork chops (Kassler) or 4 small smoked sausage (Pinkel or any other more salty one)

Servings: persons

1 (796 ml) can kale
salt
50 g bacon drippings (original recipe in German asks for pork schmaltz. I think bacon drippings would be the closest in fl) or 50 g lard (original recipe in German asks for pork schmaltz. I think bacon drippings would be the closest in fl)
2 onions, diced
1 cup beef broth
1 lb smoked streaky bacon (not slices-purchase a piece of smoked bacon from a deli)
1 large potato
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
1 pinch ground nutmeg
4 smoked pork chops (Kassler) or 4 small smoked sausage (Pinkel or any other more salty one)

1
Heat up bacon drippings in a large saucepan.
2
Add onions and saute until soft.
3
Add kale and saute for a few minutes.
4
Add salt, broth and smoked bacon.
5
Cover saucepan and warm up mixture on medium heat for 5 minutes (do not cook longer).
6
Add the grated potato and cook for a few minutes until thickened.
7
Remove bacon and keep warm.
8
Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
9
Place the smoked pork chops and/or sausages on the Kale mixture and allow to simmer on low for 15 minutes.
10
Slice the bacon and place the kale, meat and bacon on a serving dish.
11
May be served with boiled potatoes or homefries.

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (796 ml) can kale, salt, 50 g bacon drippings (original recipe in German asks for pork schmaltz. I think bacon drippings would be the closest in fl) or 50 g lard (original recipe in German asks for pork schmaltz. I think bacon drippings would be the closest in fl), 2 onions, diced, and more.

Yes, Gruenkohl (Kale) With Pinkel 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gruenkohl (Kale) With Pinkel

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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