Kale Recipes

[jpr54_1]

Which recipes do u recommend?
There r so many to choose from on chowhound-

[DiningDiva]

I made kale for dinner and then saw this thread about 10 minutes after we ate :-). This is how I made it

1 bunch of Tuscan kale, center rib removed and chopped or torn into bite size pieces. Slice up as much onion as you want, probably about a 1/2 cup per bunch, and mince up a couple garlic cloves.

Heat a large skillet and add some coconut oil. When hot saute off the onions and garlic until the garlic starts to turn golden and the onions soften, 2-3 minutes tops. Toss in the kale and continue sauteing. When it wilts, add a few tablespoons of water and continue cooking. Add a bit of salt and hit it with a splash of coconut balsamic vinegar. Stir and serve.

The coconut flavor is pretty mild, but does pair nicely with the kale.

[mscoffee1]

Green Barley and Kale (D. Madison)
I made this after a visit to the farmer's market. It was a beautiful bright green. A great main dish (also good for breakfast) or side.

http://veggiesisters.blogspot.com/200...

[Chowshok]

Another One: Kale and Chicken Sausage:

1 packet Chicken sausage, chopped into bite size pieces (You can use any kind of sausage)
2 tbspn Olive oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 medium red onions, chopped fine
Red pepper flakes (per your taste)
1 tbspn ginger/garlic paste
1 tsp Turmeric powder
2 bunches of Kale, leaves and stems separated, both finely chopped
A pinch of grated nutmeg
Salt to taste
2 tbspn lemon juice
½ cup sour cream

Heat oil, add cumin seeds, chopped onion and kale stems, pepper flakes and sauté till onions are browned. Add sausage and brown them a little. Add ginger/garlic paste, turmeric powder, mix, start adding kale leaves in batches. Saute for 2-3 minutes, add nutmeg, salt and mix well. Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice and sour cream, mix well, and serve.

ENJOY!! Hope you like them

[Chowshok]

Kale with Lentils:

I used Pigeon Peas (Toor Daal) for lentils. It is available at any Indian Stores. You can probably use other types of lentils or the beans that are readily available in the other stores. It might just taste a little different with different kind of lentils, but I am sure it will still taste good.

¾ cup of lentils
2 tbspn Olive oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 medium red onions, chopped fine
Red pepper flakes (per your taste)
1 or 2 Jalapeno peppers, finely minced (optional)
1 tbspn ginger/garlic paste
1 tsp Turmeric powder
2 bunches of Kale, leaves and stems separated, both finely chopped
Salt to taste
2 tbspn lemon juice

Wash the lentils under running water till the water runs clear. Add 2 cups of water and the stems of the Kale, on a stovetop pot to bring the lentils to a boil, cover pot, lower heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, till the lentils are cooked. You should be able to mash them up with the back of your ladle. I used my stove top Pressure cooker and cooked for 10 minutes till the cooker released steam two times, turned off the stove and let the pressure subside.

Meanwhile, as the lentils are cooking, in a bigger pan, heat oil. Add the mustard & cumin seeds, chopped onions, pepper flakes & minced jalapeno peppers and sauté till the onions are browned a bit. Add ginger/garlic paste, turmeric powder, stir for 30 seconds, add Kale in batches and sauté for 2-3 minutes till the leaves are wilted. Transfer the cooked lentils and kale stems to the pot, mix and add salt. Allow it to come to a boil and turn the stove off. Add lemon juice, stir and serve with a bowl of white rice.

[prima]

Last night, I added kale to my oven-roasted veg mix, and it turned out well.

Tossed 1 chopped clove of garlic, 2 chopped field tomatoes and 2 chopped bell peppers with a couple tbsp of olive oil in a large roasting pan, and roasted at 375 for 20 minutes. Added around 10 spears of asparagus cut into 2 inch pieces, and torn kale from a bunch of kale, a few shakes of red pepper flakes and a shake of Italian seasoning (rosemary, basil, fennel, not sure what else). Stirred in the kale and asparagus, and covered with foil to wilt the kale. Roasted another 10 minutes covered, stirred vegetables again, then roasted a further 10 minutes uncovered.

[nessporter]

I made a kale salad a few nights ago.
I roasted some chopped beets, sweet potato, and carrots to add in.
-Wash and cut/rip your kale (1 bunch) into bite-sized pieces
-Massage with olive oil...too get it softer (couple tablespoons)
-I added the juice of about 3/4 of a lemon
-Teaspoon tahini
-Pinch of ground cumin
-Salt & pepper to taste
-Mix in roasted veggies and red peppers
-Mix well

[njmarshall55]

Never had a bad recipe from this site...
http://www.italianfoodforever.com/tag...

[laliz]

from The Casserole Queens

0Baked Pasta with Kale
Yields: 6 servings
Total Time: 55 min
Prep Time: 30 min
Oven Temp: 350

Ingredients

1 pound(s) whole-wheat penne or other short pasta
1 medium (about 1 lb.) bunch kale, stems discarded and leaves cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 package(s) (20-ounce) turkey Italian sausage, casings removed
1 onion, chopped
Kosher salt
Pepper
2 clove(s) (large) garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon(s) all-purpose flour
1 cup(s) 1-percent milk
1/2 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper flakes
1 can(s) (14 1/2-ounce) diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup(s) part-skim ricotta cheese
4 ounce(s) (1 cup) part-skim mozzarella, shredded
2 ounce(s) (1/2 cup) Parmesan, grated
Directions
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook the pasta according to package directions, adding the kale during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain the pasta and kale and return to the pot.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until beginning to brown, 5 to 6 minutes; transfer to a bowl.
Add the onion and remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet, season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stirring constantly, gradually add the milk. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes; stir in the crushed red pepper.
Add the sauce to the pasta and kale and toss to coat. Add the sausage, tomatoes, ricotta and mozzarella and toss to combine. Transfer the pasta mixture to a 3-quart or 9- by 13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and bake until heated through and golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

[Westminstress]

I make this winter greens pesto recipe with kale and it is truly delicious and my kids love it: http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-winte...

It's a really nice way to enjoy pesto in the winter.

[trolley]

kale salad. even my meat and potatoes nephew can eat this.

http://www.latimes.com/features/food/...

just so GOOD!!

[Hetterella]

I make kale salad on Sunday afternoons to bring to work during the week. Unlike regular salad, it gets better the longer it sits in the dressing.

Think this originally came from a Southern Living recipe: (1) 1 big bunch of kale torn off stems into chewable size pieces, (2) couple of diced apples, honeycrisp are good, (3) dressing of 1/4 cup each of lemon juice and olive oil with 2 T honey, salt n peppa. Let it sit a few hours or overnight; it's not good right away. Simple and tasty as is, but add any of the following to jazz it up - diced cubes of Gouda, shaved parm, raisins, green onions, toasted pepitas, sunflower seeds or walnuts, blue cheese & bacon (to convert kale-haters).

[harryharry]

Just made another of my favorite kale recipes.... it's from Vij's restaurant in Vancouver...

1 bunch curly kale - washed and dried
1 can coconut milk
1 lime
pinch cayenne

Mix all together well, let sit for a while -

Grill on a very hot grill until the edges are brown- smells amazing while it's cooking and it tastes just as good - cooks really quickly too. It is one of those recipes that tastes much more complex than you would think.

Actually, I only use a half can of coconut milk for one bunch of kale.....

[AgnesGooch]

I love making different flavors of kale chips like those mentioned above. My fave at the moment is 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp Sriracha and some coarse salt mixed into the kale before baking -- you can add more or less Sriracha depending how spicy you want them. Another good variation is 1/2 tbsp oil, 1/2 tbsp soy sauce and either sesame seeds or furikake (Japanese seaweed/sesame mix) mixed into the kale before baking. Or mix oil with cayenne pepper or chile powder to taste, bake the kale, then squeeze lime on the chips once they come out of the oven for zesty chile-lime chips

Or I make a delicious chorizo, cannellini bean and kale stew. These measurements are approximate
In a large pot, saute one large Spanish chorizo (250g/8oz) until slightly browned. You don't need to add much oil as the chorizo should give off enough oil. But if it's dry, add a spoon or two of olive oil
Add 1tbsp smoked paprika and 1-2 bay leaves
Add 1 chopped onion and 2 cloves garlic and saute until soft
(Optional -- add 2 chopped carrots and/or celery stalks)
Add 1/4 cup sherry vinegar and deglaze the pan
Add 1-2 cups dry white wine and reduce to about half to burn off the alcohol
Add 1 can chopped tomatoes and cook down until juice is reduced by half
Add one can rinsed Cannellini beans (or you can use dried beans that have been soaked, but the cooking time will be longer)
Add 4-6 cups of chicken or vegetable stock (or water) depending if you want it soupy or thick like a stew.
Simmer for 20-30 minutes until beans are soft
Add the chopped kale just 3-5 minutes before serving so it softens a bit but stays green. If you add it earlier than that, it will start to turn a khaki color which doesn't look as nice.
The stew is delicious fresh but like most stews, tastes even better a day or two later

[FutureChefAdam]

This Asian kale salad recipe is one of my favorites - http://pondermountain.com/2013/01/27/...

It keeps great in the fridge for about a week, too.

[c oliver]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWEK8g...

We are completely addicted to this kale salad. It's from a fave restaurant and I learned to fix it from this video. You make a thin, cheese crisp, a light vinaigrette with a small amount of minced garlic, chiffonade the kale and 'massage' with some salt. When assembled, put a poached egg on top. It's a killer recipe!

[herby]

Do you use Parm for cheese crisp or other cheese?

Great video, btw, thanks for posting!

[c oliver]

You can use Parm but I think Grana Padano (Costco sells) is what they use and I know also. A bit lacier.

[herby]

Thank you!

[ButterYum]

Oven Roasted Kale Chips - I spritz them with EVOO, sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake at 350F for 10-15 minutes (just until they start to brown on the edges). They're completely addictive.

[sr44]

This is a delicious casserole with kale, potato, and kielbasa:

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/foo...

[prima]

Looks good. I'm going to try a variation of this, a kale & potato gratin, without the kielbasa.

[prima]

A kale & potato gratin made with cream, milk, nutmeg, black pepper and gruyere, turned out well tonight. Will make it again.

[prima]

My 3 favourite ways to use kale:

Kale/peanut butter/tomato/garlic

http://wholefoodsmarketcooking.com/blog/6218_easy_everyday_african_kale_dish

+1 for the Caldo verde suggestion

http://leitesculinaria.com/7580/recipes-portuguese-kale-soup-caldo-verde.html

Kale/white bean/Italian sausage stew- same idea as the soups above. I make something similar to the following recipe, but usually use hot Italian turkey or pork sausage.

http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/...

[splatgirl]

My current and possible lifetime favorite use is raw and finely chopped in place of parsley for tabouleh.
I use quinoa instead of bulgur for the grain, and when it's not garden tomato season, some grated or fine diced tart-ish apple for flavor balance. The kale/quinoa combo makes it much heartier and entree-like vs. a side dish.

[relizabeth]

I shred raw kale and toss w lemon juice, olive oil, grated parmesan, and toasted bread crumbs. Yum.

[EricMM]

I only use Lacinato (AKA Tuscan, Black, or dinosaur kale) which I grow in my garden. (Otherwise, I can only buy it as an organic from specialty markets, or farmer's markets.) I still have several plants left, and since we've had some really cold weather, it looks wilted but tastes better than ever. I'm not a fan of regular blue or Red Russian kale, which to me tastes like cardboard (I prefer collards to those kales.) aside from adding kale to stews and sauces, the simplest thing I do is just to simmer it in salted water with some olive oil, maybe about 15 minutes or so. Another way is to saute in olive oil with garlic and a little anchovy. When it wilts, I add some chicken broth or white wine. (My son likes a little bit of sugar also, but that is unnecessary.) Let the broth boil off, and the result is delicious. Or, I stew it with black beans and potatoes with a little hot pepper and red wine for a great vegan meal, when I'm eating alone. For a family meal, I add sausage (either andouille or chorizo), or better yet, clams. Even better, clams and a little chorizo.

[ellabee]

I'm with Eric in preferring the flavor of the dark bumpy kale, but I like them all.

If you saute/wilt and briefly braise in a little liquid shortly after bringing it into the kitchen, you'll not only save a lot of space in the fridge, but have a delicious and powerfully nutritious ingredient ready to add to anything else you're making: soup, scrambled eggs/omelet/frittata, gratins, casseroles, creamy pasta dishes...

[prima]

That's a good idea, to keep sauteed or wilted kale on hand in the fridge, ready-to-use.

[sunangelmb]

Funny, I was just wondering the same thing. Made epicurious sausage (turkey) white bean and kale soup. So delicious. Trying to embrace this superfood. My friend insist I try kale chips. Just wash and thoroughly dry kale (otherwise it won't crisp) toss with evoo, salt and pepper and throw in oven to roast. It's next on my kale list

[herby]

I wonder how many nutrients we destroy when we cook veggies....

[Indy 67]

I read an interesting article within the last couple or months. Apparently, some of the nutrients in Kale are more easily processed by the body when the vegetable is cooked and an entirely different set of nutrients is more easily processed when the vegetable is raw. I can't remember any more details than that.

[herby]

That is very interesting information, Indy! I will start cooking kale in addition to eating it only as a salad.

[piccola]

This is actually true of most vegetables, which is a great incentive to try different preparations. Usually, the nutrients in cooked veggies are more easily absorbed when there's also a bit of fat added.

[splatgirl]

this soup has been on my winter favorites list for ages.

[sunangelmb]

Considering there were no leftovers, I'd say it was a hit. I added some celery and more carrots though, cause I like my soups veggie heavy.

[herby]

I love kale salad with tahini dressing:

1 bunch Kale
3 cloves of garlic, pressed (or chopped really small)
4 T Tahini
2 T EVOO
1 T Bragg's Liquid Aminos
1 T Nutritional Yeast
1 T Apple Cider Vinegar
1 Lemon (juiced)
Water (to adjust for consistency)

Remove leaves, cut them as thinly as you can and massage with a bit of salt until they start to look wilted. Mix all dressing ingredients adding water to thin it out to pourable consistency. Dress the kale and enjoy. I find that this quantity of dressing is good for two bunches of kale - it keeps well in the fridge for at least a week.

[pitterpatter]

Except for the nutritional yeast, this is what I put on kale, but then I roast it. I cook for a small residential facility for young people with schizophrenia and they usually come in having eaten only junk food in their lifetimes. They go wild over this preparation of kale. Who would have imagined? I should try serving it to them raw. Thanks for the suggestion.

[waver]

This sounds interesting. I usually eat the one above raw (or plain leaves roasted with oil) but do you roast it with the tahini on it too? Does it get crispy?

[pitterpatter]

Oh yes! And for a Thai inspired version, I mix coconut milk with red curry paste, fish sauce, ginger and lime juice. In both versions the liquid evaporates and the tahini paste dries out.

[herby]

Have you tried serving it raw? I should try roasting it :)

[DrMag]

I do a version of this, but add a shot of pomegranite molasses, and sub soy sauce for liquid aminos. It's quite garlicy, so you may want to adjust downwards, depending on how much you want to be around people afterwards.

[DrMag]

I do this one, subbing soy sauce for the liquid amino (for no reason other than that's what I usually have) and sometimes I throw some mustard in too

[fldhkybnva]

I just tried this today and it is delicious!

[herby]

Glad you like it. I make it often.

[fldhkybnva]

I know this is not about kale but do you find it works for other greens. I used it on sauteed spinach but other cold salad greens? Would it work on raw spinach or mixed greens? Someone mentioned it might wilt them too much but I didn't think that'd be too much of a problem but didn't want to risk it my first time.

[herby]

I have not try this dressing with any other greens but kale.It is assertive and possibly would overwhelm spinach and tender lettuces. Could work with chicory or similar greens.If you experiment with other greens, do let us know if it worked.

[GretchenS]

herby, I made a batch of this and abolutely love it! thank you!

[Bacardi1]

And here's another one that we enjoy frequently - especially during chilly weather. This one also freezes well.

BACARDI1 PORTUGUESE KALE & TURKEY SAUSAGE SOUP

One medium onion, peeled & chopped
One bunch (around a pound or so) of kale, de-ribbed & roughly sliced/chopped
1-1/2 quarts or so of chicken stock (if not homemade, I usually use one carton + one can of Swanson's)
Two medium potatoes, peeled & diced -OR- two cans of cannelini/white kidney beans, rinsed **
One package (usually 12 to 16 ounces) turkey kielbasa sausage, sliced
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper to taste

In a large soup pot add enough olive oil to coat the bottom & saute onion until starting to soften, but not brown. Add sliced sausage & continue sauteeing until everything is just starting to brown a little. Add chicken stock & diced potatoes (if using) & simmer until potatoes are tender - about 15 minutes or so. Add kale & continue cooking until kale is tender. (** if using beans instead of potatoes, add chicken stock & bring to a simmer. Add kale & cook until tender; then add beans & stir gently until beans are just heated thru.) Add salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste & serve.

[ellabee]

If no kielbasa is on hand, this is also excellent without it -- in which case add some chopped garlic when the onions are done.

[DonShirer]

There are many other recipes available on the web. Search for Portuguese Kale Soup. I can never decide whether red or white beans are best, but I prefer "real" sausage.

[scubadoo97]

I make caldo verde with turkey sausage because my wife eats no pork. It's still good although I would prefer the real deal

[Bacardi1]

This one is a big favorite of mine & is great for bringing to a potluck or picnic since it's also good at room temperature.

BACARDI1 GREEK PENNE PASTA WITH KALE AND FETA

Half to 1 pound penne pasta (Barilla is my favorite brand), cooked according to al dente package directions & drained
1 block/container of Feta cheese, or to taste, chopped/crumbled
Approx. 12-24 Kalamata olives, pitted, & roughly chopped **
Approx. 1 pound/bunch of Kale, rinsed, stems removed & discarded, & leaves roughly sliced/chopped
½ a large or 1 small red onion, peeled & chopped
A few dollops of extra virgin olive oil for sauteeing
Dash or so of chicken broth or water
Dash of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

While the cooked pasta is draining in a colander, heat the olive oil in the pot the pasta was cooked in & saute the onion until softened but not brown. Add the chopped kale, stir a bit until wilted, & add a dash or 2 of chicken broth or water if necessary to prevent burning. Add chopped olives, cooked pasta, feta cheese, & crushed red pepper & stir again – gently - until pasta is heated through. Serve hot or at room temperature.

** If you can’t obtain pitted olives, pitting them is accomplished easily by simply placing your broad kitchen knife (sharp side away from you) over each olive & briskly hitting down on the knife with your hand. Olive will break open & pit will be easy to remove.

[sophia519]

I made this for dinner last night and it was terrific. Love how the chewy kale contrasts with the soft pasta. Kalamata seemed to taste so good with the kale, too. Had the leftovers for lunch today and it tasted even better. This is a great recipe! I also love how it is a one pot meal :)

[small h]

Crispy kale, raw kale salad with pecorino, caldo verde. Very fond of kale.

http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/crispy-kale-leaves/
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/24/dining/241arex.html
http://www.dailyunadventuresincooking...

[monavano]

Caldo Verde

[scubadoo97]

Making this as I type

[Owtahear]

Absolutely. Made this a few weeks ago.

[harryharry]

Just made kale salad w pickled radishes and buttermilk dressing - this may be more involved than you are interested in making, but once the dressing and the pickles are made, they keep in the fridge for a while -

Lightly pickle some radishes and/or carrots - these are great to keep in the fridge for snacking - pickle - bring to a low boil - mixture of apple cider vinegar and rice vinegar - add, fennel seeds, coriander, garlic cloves, little salt and sugar - add the veg when boiling cook for five minutes, turn off and drain when the veggies are still crunchy but slightly cooked - cool and chop, or quarter or whatever shape you like

dressing - 1:3 mayo: buttermilk - add lots of fresh pepper, salt and lemon juice, shake or stir

chop raw kale ( I have also had this with left over sauteed kale) -
Toss all together - It's great - also had it without the pickle and added chopped celery (it's all I had).

[jpr54_1]

sounds delicious.

[GretchenS]

harryharry, had this tonight and absolutely loved it, thank you! I pickled carrots, radishes and celery. I have more of all the ingredients and will no doubt have it again tomorrow.

[harryharry]

That's great! Thank you!

I made pasta w kale, Brussels sprouts, pancetta and ricotta-kind of copied from a friend of mine

Always feel a little virtuous when I eat kale, like it negates the fat and calories!

[pedalfaster]

I might be old-fashioned in that I still prefer kale as an "add in".
One of my favorites can be found here:
http://www.vegofwa.org/Recipes/SpicyR...
I often use kale in place of the collards.

[twyst]

Get a pan SCREAMING hot. Add a little fat (rendered ribeye fat is amazing for this, duck fat is really good etc) and then throw the kale into the sautee pan. Its gonna hiss and spatter a lot, just toss it in the fat pretty quickly, put it on a paper towel and salt it.

The simplest preperations are the best for kale IMHO.

[foodieX2]

On its own I prefer it simply roasted with a little olive oil and sprinkled with salt.

Other than that I love it added to
veggie lasagna
smoothies
sautéed with onion and chili flakes as a "bed" for grilled salmon
chopped in salad

[ChiliDude]

I second the motion! My wife prepares kale the same way as do you. She removes the midribs from the leaves before roasting, and I use them as a diced crunchy vegetable in ramen noodle soup, or "arrabbiata minestrone denso" (spicy thick minestrone).