Garlic and Chili Stir-Fried Kale with Ginger

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A vibrant stir-fry of kale with garlic, fresh ginger, and chili flakes to invigorate the senses and support respiratory health. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs kale, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 cups chopped kale to the skillet and stir quickly to coat with the garlic-ginger oil.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 2 tbsp water and 1 tbsp soy sauce, then cover the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until kale is tender but still bright green.
  4. Step 4: Remove the lid, season with 1/4 tsp salt, and stir-fry uncovered for another minute until any excess water evaporates. Serve immediately.

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