Panda Express Super Greens Recipe
When it comes to enjoying Panda Express Super Greens, the first question that pops up is what to pair with this vibrant dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Chinese
Servings 4
Calories 198 kcal
- 4 cups curly kale leaves stems removed and roughly torn
- 3 tablespoons mild-flavored oil
- 5 cups roughly chopped Taiwanese flat cabbage green cabbage works as an alternative
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil optional
- 5 large garlic cloves roughly sliced or chopped
- ¼ to ½ cup water
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
Start by washing your kale, cabbage, and broccoli thoroughly. This ensures that any dirt or impurities are removed. After washing, use a knife to chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces and remove the tough stems from the kale. Next, break the broccoli into small florets.
Step 2: Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat your oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned. Be careful! Burnt garlic can turn bitter and ruin the flavor.
Step 4: Add Broccoli
Next, it's time to add the broccoli florets to the pan. Pour in a little water—just enough so it lightly steams the broccoli. Cover the skillet for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the broccoli to cook until it’s vibrant green but still crunchy.
Step 5: Finish with Soy Sauce and Serve
Finally, drizzle the low-sodium soy sauce over the mixture and stir well. This adds umami depth. If you decided to use toasted sesame oil, now is the time to add it in as well. Give it all a final toss and serve warm, either as a side dish or as the star of your meal.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh vegetables whenever possible. Frozen options can work in a pinch, but fresh offers the best flavor and texture.
- Oil Matters: Choose a good oil for sautéing. If you want something with more flavor, opt for avocado oil over vegetable oil.
- Season Gradually: Start with a small amount of salt and soy sauce, then taste and adjust. This keeps the flavor balanced.
- Add Texture: For an added crunch, toss in some toasted sesame seeds or slivered almonds at the end.
- Veggie Variations: Feel free to mix in other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra color and flavor.
Serving: 274gCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 5gFat: 15.3gSaturated Fat: 2.5gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 970mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g
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