Slow Cooker Recipe: Braised Asian Kale

This slow cooker recipe for braised Asian kale is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this leafy green vegetable. The kale is cooked in a flavorful broth with Asian-inspired seasonings and spices, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish. With a touch of heat from red pepper flakes and a hint of sweetness from honey, this dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Serve it as a side dish or stir it into your favorite stir-fry for an extra boost of nutrition. It's a simple and easy recipe that requires minimal effort and yields fantastic results. Get ready to enjoy the goodness of kale in a new and exciting way!

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of kale, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add the kale to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly wilted.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes. Pour the mixture over the kale and stir to combine.
4. Transfer the kale and sauce mixture to the slow cooker. Pour in the vegetable broth.
5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the kale is tender.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy the braised Asian kale as a side dish or incorporate it into your favorite stir-fry or noodle dish.

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