Curly Kale (羽衣甘蓝)

This local indoor kale is a versatile green with an earthy flavour that can be eaten raw or cooked. When cooked, kale is one of the few leafy greens that shrinks down significantly. It tastes good sautéed, roasted, stewed, or baked as kale crisps. Just be careful not to overcook it or it will become bitter. Raw kale is also often used in smoothies, drinks making it a great way to incorporate more healthy foods into your diet.

STORAGE

Wrap the leaves in a loose bundle in a paper towel or kitchen paper towel. Or place in the original sealable bag and keep in the crisper for up to a week.

FUN FACTS & TIPS

You can use kale to make kale crisps, which are a healthy alternative to crisps and fries. Here is a kale chip recipe where you still get the "chip" enjoyment, but on a much better level, and you also get the nutritional benefits that kale has to offer!

NUTRITION & HEALTH BENEFITS

• May support bone health
• May support immunity
• May protect against heart disease
• May protect against cancer
• Reduces the risk of age-related macular degeneration
• Protects against diabetes
• Good for growth and maintenance of all body tissues

Rich in antioxidants, and packed with vitamins A, E, K, B, folate, fiber a fair amount of protein and iron. More vitamin C than other leafy greens. More calcium, gram for gram, than a cup of milk.

Common Names: Common Curly Kale, Kaile, Kalea, Kaleah, Kalee, Kalei, Kaleia, Kayla, Kaleya, Borecole,  Brassica Oleracea, Lacinato Kale, Dinosaur Kale, Tuscan Kale, Cavolo Nero, 羽衣甘蓝, 香脆羽衣甘蓝