10 Minute Garlic Kale
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10 Minute Garlic Kale
Description
The 10 Minute Garlic Kale recipe focuses on cooking two bunches of kale quickly in olive oil infused with garlic and, optionally, red pepper flakes for a touch of spice. Garlic is gently cooked first to release aroma without burning, then kale is added over higher heat to wilt and absorb flavors evenly.
Cooking lasts about 7 minutes until the kale becomes tender yet maintains a slight bite and deep green color. Seasoning with kosher salt enhances the natural flavors. Adjusting amounts of garlic and crushed red pepper flakes allows tailoring the intensity of flavor and heat.
This method preserves kale’s nutritional properties while adding a flavorful, garlicky note. The dish can complement main courses or be incorporated into bowls and meals needing sturdy greens.
Ingredients
- 2 kale ripped, washed, and dried, bunches
- 4-5 garlic sliced thin or minced, cloves
- 1/4- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in large saute pan on medium. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant.
- Turn heat up to medium high and add kale, mixing it with tongs to coat it with olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Saute until kale wilts and turns a deep green, approximately 7 minutes. Season with salt, give another good mix, and serve.
Notes
- Recipe is based on using two bunches but can be halved for smaller portions.
- Increase garlic quantity to intensify garlic flavor in the dish.
- Adjust red pepper flakes from 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon to control spice level.
- Monitor garlic closely to avoid burning and bitterness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 308mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2958IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 35mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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