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Massage Raw Kale for Tender Greens [VIDEO]

Give this hardworking ingredient a little extra love.

By Danielle DeSiato-Hallman | October 5, 2012

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About the Author: Danielle DeSiato-Hallman

Danielle left the marketing world and entered the test kitchen in 2010, when she came on board as a photo team test cook. Now a member of the book team, she currently spends her days making over comfort food favorites. When not in the kitchen, she can be found in a dance class or on a plane (most recently, to Paris).

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3 Comments

  • JustHughes
    October 10, 2012 at 9:39 am

    One thing I’ve found that helps (thanks to former ATK-er Kenji) is that marinating the Kale in oil helps to tenderize it as well.

  • palmersm
    October 14, 2012 at 9:33 pm

    Would going over kale with a rolling pin be as effective? (I’m trying to envision quickly working a large quantity of kale.)

  • Chris
    October 15, 2012 at 9:08 am

    Theoretically- Could you run the kale around in your mixer for a minute or two to massage it?

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