Name: Smoky Chipotle Winter Greens Broth: Vegan Detox Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely minced; 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers; 0.25 teaspoon sea salt; 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 8 cups chopped kale (or collard greens), thick stems removed; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Earthy winter greens, elevated by a smoky and subtly fiery chipotle broth, create a vibrant and comforting side dish perfect for chilly evenings.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

2 mins

In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, combine the vegetable broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, minced chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. (2 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer gently until the onion is softened and translucent. (5 minutes)

03

Step

1 mins

Stir in the chopped kale or collard greens, ensuring they are well-coated with the broth. (1 minute)

04

Step

9 mins

Cover the skillet tightly and cook, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking, until the greens are just tender and have wilted down considerably. (8-10 minutes)

05

Step

1 mins

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. (1 minute)

For a richer flavor, consider using homemade vegetable broth.
Adjust the amount of chipotle pepper and adobo sauce to your desired level of spiciness. Start with less and add more as needed.
Massaging the kale with a bit of olive oil before cooking can help tenderize it.
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated gently before serving. The flavors will meld together even more as it sits.
Serve as a vibrant side dish alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or hearty vegetarian entrees.

Agnes Durgan

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