Garlic and Chili Stir-Fried Kale with Sesame

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A quick stir-fry featuring fresh kale with garlic and chili flakes, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a nutritious side that supports respiratory health. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs fresh kale, garlic cloves, red chili flakes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, 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: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 cups chopped fresh kale, stirring constantly to coat the leaves with oil and spices. Cook for 4-5 minutes until kale wilts and becomes tender but still bright green.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1/2 tsp salt, cooking for an additional minute until flavors meld.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the kale, and toss gently before serving warm.

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