Kale with Pickled Shallots

Kale with Pickled Shallots
Kale with Pickled Shallots
Gently pickling the shallots mellows them and also adds hints of sweetness and acidity. Tossing them with some earthy, quick-cooked kale makes for a pleasing contrast in flavors.
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  • Served Person: Makes 4 to 6 (side dish) servings
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  • 3/4 cup water
  • pinch of sugar
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 pounds kale (2 bunches), stems and center ribs discarded
  • 1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
  • Carbohydrate 5 g(2%)
  • Cholesterol 121 mg(40%)
  • Fat 42 g(65%)
  • Fiber 1 g(3%)
  • Protein 24 g(48%)
  • Saturated Fat 12 g(62%)
  • Sodium 128 mg(5%)
  • Calories 500

Preparation Bring vinegar, oil, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a simmer in a small saucepan. Stir in shallots and remove from heat. Bring water to a simmer in a large pot, then add kale, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, uncovered, stirring, until kale is wilted and crisp-tender and liquid has evaporated, 5 to 8 minutes. Toss with shallot mixture, then season with salt and pepper.

Preparation Bring vinegar, oil, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a simmer in a small saucepan. Stir in shallots and remove from heat. Bring water to a simmer in a large pot, then add kale, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, uncovered, stirring, until kale is wilted and crisp-tender and liquid has evaporated, 5 to 8 minutes. Toss with shallot mixture, then season with salt and pepper.