Thursday, June 30, 2011

Simple Braised Chard with Garlic Scapes

INGREDIENTS

1 to 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 bunches fresh chard (about 8 cups)
1 to 3 garlic scapes, chopped
1/8 cup water or vegetable broth
Sea salt to taste
Optional flavourings: toasted sesame oil, ume plum vinegar, or tamari
Optional toppings: sesame seeds, chopped almonds or walnuts, toasted pumpkin seeds

DIRECTIONS

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chard and garlic scapes and stir to coat them both with the oil. Cook until chard is barely wilted - just a few minutes - while stirring occasionally.

Mix in the vegetable broth or water and cook, allowing the chard to steam until barely tender. Add salt and optional flavourings and toppings as desired and serve.

No comments: