Category: Vegetables

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add salt to taste and the kale. Blanch for 3 minutes, then transfer to a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking, and drain. Take the blanched kale up by the handful and squeeze hard to expel excess water, then chop fine. Does kale […]

Cavolo nero, also known as Tuscan kale or black kale, is a brassica that’s very similar to kale. It originates from Italy but is now grown in the UK. Its name, which means ‘black cabbage’ in Italian, alludes to its strikingly dark green colour. Can I use kale instead of cavolo nero? If you can’t […]

With its bitter, peppery flavor, kale takes a little coaxing to balance right in a beverage. For any kind of kale smoothie, there are a few simple tricks you can try. For one, you can use baby kale instead of the full stalks. It’s more expensive, but it’s also a lot gentler and less crunchy. […]

Though the baby kale’s stems were more noticeable than those of the baby spinach and it imparted a mildly pungent flavor instead of spinach’s more mineral notes, on the whole it worked well as a substitute. So if you want to move beyond salad and cook with baby kale, feel free to use it as […]

That’s because crushing the leaves breaks down the cell walls of two important chemicals naturally present in kale—the myrosinase enzyme and glucosinolates. When those walls deteriorate, the two chemicals interact and create a new, bitter compound that’s biologically designed to fend off hungry enemies. Why does my kale taste bitter? Glucosinolates are sulphur containing compounds. […]

And if you’re working with tender baby kale, the kind you find packed in plastic tubs with the salad greens, you definitely don’t need to massage it—that stuff is delicate enough to eat on its own, and massaging it will just wilt it in a gross way. You need to love your kale before it […]

You can divide kale into two main varieties: edible kale and ornamental kale. Edible kale types include curly leafed varieties, plain leafed varieties, Tuscan kale, Siberian kale and Russian kale. Each type has subtle differences in flavor and texture. What kale is not edible? Ornamental kale plants (Brassica oleracea) and their cousin, the ornamental cabbage, […]

What is kale? An ancient member of the Brassica family, kale is the sometimes spicy, other times a bit sweet, usually slightly bitter ancestor of broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and kohlrabi. What does Siberian kale taste like? Description/Taste This kale variety is exceptionally tender and offers a mild cabbage-like flavor. Their texture is much […]

Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, or apple cider vinegar. Add a pinch of salt if desired. Massage the kale in between your hands by picking up the leaves and rubbing them. Do this for 2 to 3 minutes until the kale is noticeably softer. How long does it take kale to soften? Coat the […]

Edible kale is bred for taste. Ornamental kale has been cultivated primarily for showy foliage, so chefs tend to use it as decoration in a dish than an ingredient. Ornamental kales are actually edible, but they tend to taste a bit less pleasant with a more bitter tone than kales cultivated to eat. What types […]

Once prepared, any leftover kale salad with lemon dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days – however, the leaves will become softer/more wilted as it sits, so it sometimes only lasts 1-2 days. How long is kale salad good for in the fridge? 7 daysHow to […]

This type of kale is easy to prepare because both the leaf and rib can be eaten, either raw or cooked. You will want to wash it well, and blanching will remove some of the bitter taste. However, dino kale’s taste is relatively mild and can appeal to people who don’t typically enjoy kale. What […]

Juicing kale stems will allow you to benefit from even more vitamins and nutrients. You shouldn’t throw out your kale stems. If you have a juicer, you can save the stems for juicing later. For frozen kale that lasts eight to 12 months, blanch leaves and stems. Can you juice the kale stems? 2. Blend […]

You might occasionally come across purple kale, or Redbor kale. This type of kale is bright purple, with leaves that closely resemble curly kale, though not as tightly curled. Slightly sweeter than curly or Tuscan kale, purple kale adds color to any dish and handles cooked and raw preparations with ease. Is purple kale edible? […]

Together with broccoli, Kale belongs to the cruciferous family, a family of plants that are known for their bitter taste. The leaves of kale are rich in substances known as glucosinolates. Nonetheless, there are various techniques of reducing this bitterness and to help you appreciate the rich flavor of kale better. How do you get […]

Apart from their looks, a key difference between this and the leafy greens you buy at the grocery store is that this variety isn’t grown for flavor. As a result, the ornamental stuff is much less flavorful than the “edible” culinary leafy greens. However, the leaves of these varieties are safe to eat. Is Blue […]

Ornamental kale plants. Ornamental kale plants (Brassica oleracea) and their cousin, the ornamental cabbage, were developed for their spectacular colors and are not edible. Although they are sometimes called flowering kale, the plants rarely put out real flowers. The color is all in their extravagantly ruffled and feathered leaves. Is all of kale edible? Apart […]

When the kale leaves are injured or chewed, the cell is disrupted and the compounds myrosinase and glucosinolates are released from the cells. Isothiocynates give off the bitter taste in kales. How do you get the bitterness out of kale? Minced garlic, olive oil, and salt are also simple ingredients that can transform the flavor […]

Look for kale in the cooled produce section of your local grocery store or health food market. It is recommended that you buy kale that is grown organically, as kale has become one of the newest members of the “Dirty Dozen,” a list of the most contaminated foods. Where is kale found? Kale is actually […]

Kale: This is one of the most nutrient-dense leafy greens you can get, and it’s cheap. How much does kale cost? Kale A B 1 Kale—Average retail price per pound and per cup equivalent, 2016 2 Form Average retail price 3 4 Fresh1 $2.88 Why kale is expensive? As kale’s popularity has soared, more and […]