Kale with Panfried Walnuts

A healthy and flavorful side dish featuring tender kale tossed with golden pan-toasted walnuts and aromatic garlic. The combination creates a perfect balance of textures and nutty flavors.

6 servings
19 min

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds kale, stems and center ribs discarded
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Tear kale into large pieces, then cook in a large pot of well-salted boiling water, uncovered, until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain kale, and, when cool enough to handle, press out excess liquid.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Cook walnuts in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook, stirring, until very fragrant, about 1 minute. Add kale and salt and pepper to taste and cook, tossing, until heated through.

    8 min

  3. 3.

    Serve kale warm or at room temperature.

    1 min

  4. 4.

    Josmeyer Les Folastries Gewürztraminer '05

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