Basic Skillet Kale Recipe

Name: Basic Skillet Kale Recipe
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed; 1 bunch curly kale, ribs and stems removed; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Finely grated zest of 1/2 a lemon, plus 1 lemon, quartered, for serving; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

6 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
1 bunch curly kale, ribs and stems removed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Finely grated zest of 1/2 a lemon, plus 1 lemon, quartered, for serving
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

1

In a large skillet, bring the water to a boil.
2

Add 1 teaspoon of the salt and the kale leaves.
3

Simmer, uncovered, turning the leaves with tongs until all are tender, about 10 minutes.
4

Drain the leaves in a colander, quickly pressing out any excess water with the back of a large wooden spoon.
5

Transfer the kale to a warmed bowl, add the oil, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes and toss well to coat.
6

Taste and season with additional salt if needed.
7

Serve with the lemon wedges.