Steamed Kale (without a steamer)
Ingredients
- 1 medium bunch kale
- Salt
- Olive oil
- Optional garlic powder and/or lemon
Instructions
- Stem your kale (see video). Do not discard the stems. Chop the leaves.
- Find a pot or pan just wide enough to hold your kale stems in an even layer. Cut the stems in half if they are too long. Pour water into the pot so it comes almost to the tops of the kale stems.
- Place the kale stems and water over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer.
- Once simmering, add the leaves on top of the stems, cover*, and steam for about 3 minutes. The kale is done once it is bright green and tender. Move the leaves to a serving bowl. Discard the stems.**
- Top with salt, a drizzle of olive oil, and a light dusting of garlic powder or lemon juice (if using).
Notes
* Don’t sweat it if it’s a tight fit. As long as you’re not super-compressing your kale to get the lid to fit, it will shrink down quite a bit after the first minute.
** Could you save them? Sure! I personally do not enjoy the way kale stems taste, so I will not be saving mine, but please feel free to save yours for smoothies, salads, etc. if you enjoy them.
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