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Sauteed Radicchio and Fried Kale

Radicchio di Treviso has long, narrow, pink-to-red leaves that are similar in taste to Belgian endive. It can be found in specialty food markets.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

1 head radicchio di Treviso or medium round radicchio
1 tablespoon olive oil
vegetable oil for frying
4 kale leaves, tough ribs discarded, washed and patted completely dry

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cut radicchio into quarters through root end, cutting away any tough core but keeping quarters intact. In a skillet heat olive oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté radicchio, turning it occasionally, 5 minutes, or until tender. Season radicchio with salt and pepper and keep warm, covered.

    Step 2

    While radicchio is cooking, in a deep heavy skillet heat 1/2 inch vegetable oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking (about 350°F. on a deep-fat thermometer) and fry kale leaves, 1 at a time, turning them once, until crisp, about 15 seconds (kale will cause oil to spatter). Transfer kale as fried with tongs to paper towels to drain and season with salt. Serve kale with radicchio.

TagsRadicchioChicoryLeafy GreensVegetableKaleSideDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianKetoQuickEasy30 Minutes or Less5 Ingredients or FewerSauteFryGourmet
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