Kale is a luxury good in Singapore. The only kind I can buy is organic kale imported from the USA, with a commensurate price tag. Because it is not very wallet- or earth-friendly, I buy it rarely. But the urge struck and so I wanted to make something that let the kale stand as the star of the dish.
This is a simple massaged kale salad. It's so simple you don't need a recipe for it. Chop up some kale leaves (ribs removed). Mix a vinaigrette with equal parts oil and vinegar. I used white whine vinegar this time. Then massage the kale with the dressing in a large bowl for about a minute by rubbing it in handfuls in your hands. Add some garnishes, like raisins plumped in hot water and toasted sunflower seeds. Voila, a simple kale salad that showcases the leafy green in all its glory.
Kale's luxury status in my house means that even the ribs are used. I popped them into a brine with some garlic and dill. After three or so days on the counter they will be lacto-fermented pickles.
This simple salad is part of our Eating with Ellie blogging group, since it's based on a recipe found in Ellie Krieger's book, Weeknight Wonders
. If you want to join us, next week we are making Asian chicken and vegetables in foil packets from Weeknight Wonders. You are welcome to join us; no long term commitment required. Visit the others in my blogging group to see if they liked the recipe.Do you have a "luxury vegetable"?
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