Swiss Chard with Indian Lime Pickle

1. 1

   In a blender, combine lime pickle, lemon juice, and oil and puree until smooth, adding water as necessary to create a liquid.

2. 2

   Set aside.

3. 3

   Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add 1 tbsp salt.

4. 4

   Prepare an ice bath (a large bowl of ice water with 1 tbsp salt).

5. 5

   Add chard to the pot and boil until bright green and very tender (9 to 12 minutes).

6. 6

   Drain chard in a colander, submerge briefly in the ice bath to stop cooking, drain again in colander and squeeze to release most of the water.

7. 7

   Set aside.

8. 8

   Heat butter in a large saute pan on medium heat.

9. 9

   When butter is melted, add shallot, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper, cover, reduce heat to low and saute until shallot is translucent, about 4 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove from heat.

11. 11

    Add chard, lime-pickle puree, lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste.

12. 12

    Mix vigorously.

13. 13

    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.