Germany Grünkohl (Kale)
Grünkohl, the German word for “kale,” is a hearty stew made with kale and sausage. The dish is widely considered a staple of German comfort food. Far from being bland or light, Grünkohl is a perfect dish for consuming a healthy dose of vegetables in a simple and savory single-pot meal. As the kale cooks in this slow-and-low recipe, it becomes tender and absorbs the rich flavors of the sausage and mustard. Full of rich flavor, it is no wonder this is one of the first things Germans reach for at dinnertime on a chilly night. Recipe Servings: Serves 4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
2 hours 20 minutes
Total Time
2 hours 40 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 3 lbs (1.35 kg) kale
- 2 cups (480 ml) chicken stock
- 1/2 lb (226 g) kielbasa
- 1/4 lb (113 g) speck
- 2 Tbsp (30 g) butter
- 3 small potatoes, diced
- 1 Tbsp (18 g) mustard seed
- salt and pepper to taste
- Dijon mustard, to serve
Directions
- Heat the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the speck, kielbasa, and potatoes and cook until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
- Add the kale, chicken stock, and mustard seed to the pan.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the Grünkohl for about 2 hours.
- Add salt and pepper to taste and serve hot with Dijon mustard.
Notes
Thick cut bacon can be used instead of speck.Copyright © 1993—2024 World Trade Press. All rights reserved.