Flash Fried Kale Recipe
Crispy flash-fried kale leaves seasoned to perfection for a healthy and delicious snack.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Kale
Wash the kale thoroughly and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Make sure to remove any tough stems.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- 3
Sauté Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- 4
Add Kale
Quickly add the chopped kale to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the kale is bright green and just wilted.
- 5
Season
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the kale, tossing to combine. Cook for an additional minute.
- 6
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the kale, tossing to coat evenly.
- 7
Serve
Transfer the flash-fried kale to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.
