Why is kale gritty

Go with a shallot vinaigrette or, if you want something a little heftier, a miso vinaigrette. Hear us out, here. You have to massage your kale.

No, we're not talking about dimming the lights and squirting on the scented oils—you should massage your kale with either your dressing, or some lemon juice and salt. This further breaks down all those cell walls and fibers so your kale will be loosened up, so to speak. Get a wide bowl, sprinkle on your dressing or whatever you choose to use, and take a bunch of leaves in your hands. Squeeze them with moderate pressure, then pick up another bunch and squeeze again.

It sounds weird, but trust us: it's necessary. After you massage and dress it, let that salad sit for at least 5 minutes and up to a day depending on what's in the salad, of course. Again, it will get a bit softer so you won't feel like a cow chewing cud at the dinner table.

But like any other salad, don't over-dress—we'd rather have kale on the tougher side than on the soggier side. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. Save Pin FB More. Opt for crisp, tender leaves that are richly colored and stems that are moist and fresh-looking.

Avoid wilted or yellow leaves. Smaller leaves will be more tender and have a milder flavor than large leaves.

Store unwashed kale in a storage bag for up to three days in the refrigerator. The longer you store kale, the stronger and more bitter the flavor becomes. Kale Variety. Credit: Andy Lyons. There are three main types you'll likely find in your grocery store:.

Curly kale: Ruffled leaves, fibrous stalk, and deep green color with the most pungent flavor of these three varieties. Ornamental kale: Mellow in flavor and more tender than curly kale. The leaves can be green, white, or purple. Also called salad savoy.

Dinosaur kale: Dark bluish-green leaves on lighter stalks with pronounced texture and a slightly sweeter taste than curly kale. Also called Lacinato or Tuscan kale.

You can cut away just the base for smaller, more tender leaves. Trim any bruised leaves. Cleaning kale is key because the green can be gritty if not washed well. Follow Delish on Instagram. Kitchen Tips and Tools. Delish Shop. United States. Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

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