Kale Crisps
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Kale Crisps
Description
This recipe calls for fresh kale leaves, thoroughly dried and torn from their stems to avoid tough, inedible parts. The leaves are tossed carefully with olive oil, sea salt, and ground black pepper to coat evenly without excess oil. They are spread in a single layer on a baking tray to promote even cooking and crisping.
Baking in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for about 15 minutes dehydrates the leaves enough to turn them crispy without charring. The kale crisps maintain some of their natural earthy bitterness tempered by the slight saltiness and peppery note provided by the seasoning, and the olive oil adds a delicate richness.
These crisps are best eaten fresh from the oven to preserve their crisp texture. They make a light snack or accompaniment that highlights kale's texture and flavor in a more approachable form.
Careful attention is needed to monitor baking time and temperature to avoid burning, and ensuring the kale is dry before oiling helps prevent steaming instead of crisping.
Ingredients
- 200 g kale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C/170°C(fan)/375°F/Gas 5.
- Add the oil and seasoning to the Kale and mix well.
- Put onto a baking tray and spread out. Cook for 15 minutes
Notes
- Keep kale stems to freeze for making stock later.
- Monitor baking closely to prevent burning as oven temperatures vary.
- Remove kale stalks before baking as they do not crisp well.
- Use a salad spinner or thorough drying to remove moisture for optimal crispness.
- Use minimal oil to avoid sogginess.
- Spread kale in a single layer for even cooking and crisp texture.
- Try using both green and purple kale for color variety.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 50 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 50kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 321mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 177mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 4996IU | 100% |
| Vitamin C | 47mg | 52% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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