Braised Asian Kale in the Slow Cooker

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What can be healthier than kale - I combined my favorite Asian seasonings to give it a different and delicious twist! I make this in the slow cooker, but you could easily do it on the stove top.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass

  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

  • 6 cups tightly packed kale, stems removed

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, or more to taste (Optional)

Directions

  1. Combine broth, garlic, soy sauce, lemongrass, and ginger in a slow cooker. Heat on High until flavors combine, about 30 minutes. Add kale and stir to coat. Reduce heat to Low and cook for approximately 2 hours. Finish with a splash of rice vinegar before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

65 Calories
1g Fat
12g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 65
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 312mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 121mg 135%
Calcium 142mg 11%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 479mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.