Sautéed Kale with Garlic, Shallots, and Capers

A flavorful side dish of tender kale sautéed with aromatic shallots, garlic, and briny capers in olive oil. This healthy and delicious preparation brings out the best in fresh kale.

4 servings
27 min

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup shallots
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1 to taste kosher salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Bring extra-large pot of salted water to boil. Add kale and cook until almost tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Rinse kale under cold running water. Drain again. Coarsely chop kale. DO AHEAD: Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

    15 min

  2. 2.

    Heat oil in large pot (preferably nonstick) over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until tender but not brown, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and capers; stir 1 minute. Stir in kale and sauté until tender and heated through, about 7 minutes. Season to taste with coarse salt and pepper. Transfer kale to large bowl and serve.

    12 min

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