Easy Swiss Chard Stir Fry

Method5 steps · about 10 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Rinse the Swiss chard (1 bunch), shake off the excess water and separate the stems from the leaves. Chop the stems into small pieces, about 1 cm (1/2 inch), and the leaves into larger pieces, about 4 cm (1.5 inches). Keep the stems and leaves separate; the leaves need not be thoroughly dried.

   Uses 1 bunch Swiss chard (8–10 leaves)

2. 2

   Step 2: Heat the 1 tbsp oil in a cast-iron pan, wok or heavy skillet until hot. Add the coarsely chopped garlic (3) and stir a few times until fragrant.

   Uses 1 tbsp peanut oil or vegetable oil · 3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped

3. 3

   Step 3: Add all the prepared chard stems to the garlic oil. Cook, stirring, until the stems begin to soften.

   Uses hot garlic oil · prepared chard stems

4. 4

   Step 4: Add all the prepared chard leaves and stir briefly. Add the 1 tsp sugar and swirl in the 2 tsp soy sauce or chosen tamari; immediately toss to distribute the seasoning. Cook, stirring, until the leaves and stems are tender, then transfer immediately to a serving plate to stop cooking.

   Uses partly softened chard stems with garlic oil · prepared chard leaves · 1 tsp sugar · 2 tsp soy sauce or gluten-free tamari

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   Step 5: Serve the stir-fried chard warm or at room temperature as a side dish for 2–4 people.

   Uses finished Swiss chard stir-fry