Braised Kale Recipe
Braising hardy greens with sweet apple cider, dried cherries, and a splash of apple cider vinegar creates a tender, flavorful dish with a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 80kcal
Equipment
- Braising Pan (or wide skillet)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium shallot (sliced thin)
- 2 bunches curly kale (trimmed and chopped coarsely)
- ½ cup dried cherries
- ½ cup soft apple cider
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- sea salt (as needed)
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat, then stir in the sliced shallot. Cook the shallot in the oil until fragrant and softened - about 6 minutes.
- Add the kale to the pan, and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until slightly wilted. Add the cherries, and then pour in the apple cider. Turn the heat down to medium and continue stirring until the kale is wilted. Drizzle in the apple cider vinegar, season with salt as needed, and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 185mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 4688IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 1mg
