Quick Kale Saute Recipe

Name: Quick Kale Saute
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Italian Saute; 1 head standard kale or 1 head italian toscano kale, rinsed well and ribs removed; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup sliced red onion; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 3 tablespoons pine nuts; fresh lemon juice; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional); Asian Saute; 1 head kale, rinsed well and ribs removed; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger; 2 teaspoons sesame oil, regular (I use a 75/25 combination of both oils) or 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil (I use a 75/25 combination of both oils); 2 scallions, sliced, include green and white parts; 1 tablespoon water or 1 tablespoon fresh stock; salt; 2 tablespoons brown sesame seeds; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional); fresh lime juice

Servings: persons

Italian Saute
1 head standard kale or 1 head italian toscano kale, rinsed well and ribs removed
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/2 teaspoon oregano
3 tablespoons pine nuts
fresh lemon juice
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
Asian Saute
1 head kale, rinsed well and ribs removed
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
2 teaspoons sesame oil, regular (I use a 75/25 combination of both oils) or 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil (I use a 75/25 combination of both oils)
2 scallions, sliced, include green and white parts
1 tablespoon water or 1 tablespoon fresh stock
salt
2 tablespoons brown sesame seeds
1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
fresh lime juice

1
Begin by thoroughly rinsing the kale to remove any sand or grit. (For good results use a salad spinner to rinse the kale.) Remove the kale ribs by slicing down each side of rib with sharp knife. Chop kale coarsely. Set aside.
2
Heat a skillet on medium heat with 1 teaspoon of oil of your choice as indicated in the two recipe versions above. Do not let oil smoke.
3
Brown the nuts carefully in the oil for about 1 1/2 minutes or until light golden. Do not let nuts burn. Remove 1/2 tablespoon of the nuts on paper towel and set aside for garnish.
4
Now saute the garlic for one minute along with the nuts then add the bell pepper and cook another minute.
5
Add onions and oregano, tossing to coat with oil for another 1 minute. Next add the chopped kale with 1 tablespoon of water or stock. The kale may not fit into the pan very well, but after only a few minutes it will cook down.
6
Saute the kale mixture just until wilted but not slimy, about another.
7
2-3 minutes, until water has evaporated. Season kale mixture with salt and pepper.
8
Drizzle with a litte bit of lemon juice or lime juice, depending on your recipe.
9
Transfer kale to serving platter and garnish with reserved nuts and lemon or lime wedges. Serve with brown rice or pasta with the suggested topping if desired.

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

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Italian Saute, 1 head standard kale or 1 head italian toscano kale, rinsed well and ribs removed, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Quick Kale Saute 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.

Quick Kale Saute

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