How to Cook Kale - Cooking Times

Compare cooking times and preparation for Kale. Times vary with portion size, cut and heating conditions; check the tips for each method below.

Leafy Greens

Season: Winter, Spring

Preparation

Remove the tough center stem and tear the leaves

Cooking Times by Method

Raw

Massage with salt and olive oil for a massaged kale salad

Boil

2-3 min

From boiling water

Rough chop. Reduces bitterness. Also great in soups

Stir-fry

3-4 min

Sauté with garlic and olive oil. Cook until wilted

Microwave

2-3 min

100g at 600W. For chips: lightly coat with oil and cook 4–5 min

Steam

4-5 min

Vibrant green. Bitterness is reduced

Common Mistakes

Storage & Use PlanTips & dates

Storage Time Guide

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Kale Cooking FAQs

How long to boil Kale?

Boil Kale for 2-3 min (From boiling water). Rough chop. Reduces bitterness. Also great in soups

How long to microwave Kale?

Microwave Kale for 2-3 min. 100g at 600W. For chips: lightly coat with oil and cook 4–5 min

How long to stir-fry Kale?

Stir-fry Kale for 3-4 min. Sauté with garlic and olive oil. Cook until wilted

How long to steam Kale?

Steam Kale for 4-5 min. Vibrant green. Bitterness is reduced

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