Parboiled nettles

Wear gloves to handle the nettles to avoid stinging.

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot.

Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water.

Carefully add the nettles to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Remove the nettles from the pot and drain in a colander.

Once cooled, squeeze out excess water from the nettles and chop coarsely.

In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the chopped nettles to the skillet and season with black pepper.

Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Serve warm as a side dish or incorporate into other recipes.

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