Greens Agrodolce with Marcona Almonds and Crispy Fried Shallots
This is my favorite way to eat dark leafy greens- Italian style sweet and sour with meaty almonds and savory shallots. This recipe has the perfect balance of flavors and textures to compliment the bitter greens. You can use a single type or a mixture, either way these greens are anything but boring! 🙂 Ingredients: 1 lg bunch Dark Leafy Greens (Mustard, Kale, Swiss Chard and/or Beet Greens) 1/2 small Onion, sliced into 1/4 inch thick slices 1 Shallot, thinly sliced 1/4 cup Marcona or toasted slivered Almonds 1 Tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Olive Oil Pinch of Red Chili Flakes Salt & Pepper Directions: Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-low heat, add onion and stir to coat. Tear any tough center ribs from the greens, chop the ribs and add to the onion. Sauté until onions are soft and just beginning to brown, about 6 minutes. Chop remaining greens, add to the pan and mix to coat with oil. Sprinkle with vinegar, honey, chili flakes and …
