Chard in the pan

Name: Chard in the pan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Chard 2.2 lbs; Garlic 3 cloves; Dried chili pepper 2; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp; Fine salt to taste

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Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Nicola Sorrentino

Chard in the pan is a simple and genuine side dish that will win you over with its lightness and versatility.

A seasonal vegetable with a delicate and slightly bitter taste, perfect to serve in fall and winter when they are at their freshest.

In this recipe, the leaves are sautéed in a pan with oil, garlic, and chili pepper, to enhance their flavor with an aromatic and slightly spicy note.
In just a few minutes you can create a healthy and tasty dish that pairs easily with meats, fish, or vegetarian dishes, ideal for completing your daily menus with a touch of color and goodness. Try chard in the pan also to fill flatbreads, crescioni, and sandwiches!

If you love chard, try them in these recipes:

Mini strudel with chard and ricotta
Pumpkin and Chard Quiche
Puff pastry filled with chard, pine nuts, and raisins
Torta de gee
Erbazzone

INGREDIENTS: Chard 2.2 lbs (1 kg); Garlic 3 cloves; Dried chili pepper 2; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp (20 g); Fine salt to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Chard in the pan

To prepare chard in the pan, first wash them thoroughly under running water, then break the stem with your hands 2 to separate the leaves 3.

In a large pan, pour the oil and the crushed garlic with the skin 4, then let it flavor over medium heat. Add the chard little by little 5 and mix 6.

Cook for about 10 minutes until they are tender and wilted. At this point, season with dried chili pepper 7 and salt, then mix and cook for another couple of minutes 8. Transfer to a plate and, if you prefer, remove the garlic cloves. Your chard in the pan is ready to be served 9!