“What To Do With Kale Stems” provides tips and techniques for using all parts of a bunch of kale. While kale leaves are often eaten raw or cooked, the stems are often thrown away, but can actually be used in a variety of ways. These ways include blending them into smoothies, juicing them, cooking them in stir-fries, or adding them to soups. Kale stems can also be dehydrated to create kale chips. Additionally, the article also suggests using the stem to make a pesto, pickling them, or using them to make tea. By using the whole bunch of kale, more nutrients and flavors can be had.
What To Do With Kale Stems
Reasons to Not Throw Away Kale Stems
Kale stems are chock-full of vitamins and minerals, and thus should not be tossed away.
- Soups
– Kale stems can be used as a base for soups or to add flavor and texture to other soups.
- Pickling– Kale stems can be pickled, like any other vegetable.
- Stir-fries and Sautéed Dishes– Kale stems can be used in stir-fries, sautéed dishes, and in salads.
- Smoothies– Kale stems can be chopped up finely and added to smoothies for an extra boost of nutrients.
