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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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German Braised Kale

Cultural Context

Originating from northern Germany, Grünkohl is a traditional winter dish often enjoyed during the cold months and is particularly celebrated during the annual Kale Festival in Lower Saxony. This hearty dish symbolizes the region's agricultural roots, utilizing locally grown kale and pairing it with smoked meats for flavor. Today, it is a beloved comfort food across Germany, with variations featuring different types of sausages and spices, reflecting regional tastes and traditions.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
frisch geernteter Grünkohl
Mettwurst
Kassler

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is lower in fat and calories.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pancetta

Turkey bacon has less fat and is often cheaper.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is fresher and more flavorful.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Lemon juice adds brightness without added sugar.

1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add chopped kale and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Pour in vegetable broth and add bay leaves, then bring to a simmer.

6

Stir in apple cider vinegar and mustard, mixing well.

7

Add smoked sausage and carrots, cover, and braise for 20-25 minutes.

8

In the last 10 minutes, add diced potatoes and season with salt and black pepper.

9

Remove bay leaves before serving.

10

Serve warm, garnished with red pepper flakes if desired.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

Dutch Oven

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

GrünkohlKale with Sausage
Local Name: Grünkohl

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