How to Boil Kale

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Rinse your kale under a stream of cold water.

   You should use approximately 12 oz. (804 g) of kale for a standard batch. 12 oz. is approximately 12 cups of torn kale leaves. , Tear the leaves into smaller pieces. , Fill the salad spinner 2/3 full of water.
   
   Spin it for 30 seconds.
   
   Let it sit for 1 to 2 minutes, to let any dirt sink to the bottom of the water.
   
   Pour out the dirty water.
   
   Kale should be washed twice, since dirt and insects can cling to the leaves. , Place the basket in the salad spinner again.
   
   Spin to dry the leaves. , Add 1/4 tsp. (1.5 g) of salt to the water to decrease cooking time.
   
   For bigger batches, double the water and the salt.
   
   You may need to use a stockpot. , Press them down with a wooden spoon.
   
   Keep the heat on high until the water begins boiling again. , Cover the saucepan.
   
   Keep at a simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
   
   If you want to blanch kale for use in salads, keep the kale submerged in boiling water for 2 to 4 minutes.
   
   It should turn a bright green color.
   
   Then, rinse in cold water. , Use it in a recipe or in place of cooked spinach.
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   Step 2: Tear or cut the away from the woody center stem.

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   Step 3: Place the leaves in the basket of a salad spinner.

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   Step 4: Rinse the basket under cold water again.

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   Step 5: Heat 3 cups (0.7 l) of water to a boil in a saucepan.

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   Step 6: Submerge the kale leaves in the water

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   Step 7: when it reaches a boil.

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   Step 8: Turn the burner down to medium low or low.

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   Step 9: Drain the boiled kale.

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