I'm not sure why kale has gained this superstatus in the chef community but I'm still seeing recipes everywhere. I only thought it was a lowly garnish hence the term "no kale no sale" meaning don't forget to garnish the plate! But now I see the new side of kale and have enjoyed it creamed, braised, and now fried!!
Well not exactly fried, but baked and it tastes like it's fried. All salty and yum. I'm sure you have seen this recipe already everywhere but I'm just keeping us trendy here... I used the heavy regular grocery store variety and I've yet to find baby kale yet but i'm sure it is really delicate and great.
1 bunch kale - trimmed of heavy stems - washed and dried
2-3 Tb olive oil or clarified butter (or both)
1 Tb salt
1 Tb pepper
Coat kale leaves with oil, salt and pepper. I really rubbed the oil into the leaves to coat well
Place in a single layer on a baking sheet
Bake 325 for about 10-12 minutes. Just until the edges get brown
Remove, allow to cool and enjoy
I think they would be great alongside a cold beer - Kale and Ale!!
Next time I make them I'm gonna try a splash of vinegar before baking.
Steph I bought some Kale and will be trying THIS WEEK. I think Mom Pat would really enjoy these as well. Thanks for Posting
ReplyDeleteOK i tried and failed at this last night. I WAY over Salted and walked away from the oven so they got a lil too toasty! I made Michael try and he still can't get the taste of salt out of his mouth. Hahaha to be continued
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