Can you substitute regular kale for Tuscan kale?

Table of Contents:

1. Can you substitute regular kale for Tuscan kale?
2. Is cavolo nero the same as Tuscan kale?
3. What does Tuscan kale look like?
4. How do you cut Tuscan kale?
5. Can you eat the stems of Tuscan kale?
6. How do I shred kale?
7. Does kale or spinach taste better in smoothies?
8. Can I use spinach instead of kale?
9. Do green smoothies make you gain weight?

Can you substitute regular kale for Tuscan kale?

If you need a substitute for kale there are many good alternatives. Most of these can be used fresh or may be cooked: Substitute different varieties of Kale such as curly or Tuscan Kale which can be used interchangeably.

Is cavolo nero the same as Tuscan kale?

Cavolo nero (pictured above) is a type of kale also known as black cabbage or Tuscan kale. It is non-hearting with long strap-like leaves similar to savoy cabbage in texture.

What does Tuscan kale look like?

Tuscan kale goes by many names. ... This kale has longer spear-like leaves with a pebbled appearance and a dark, mottled green color. Its flavor is deep and earthy — it's less bitter than curly leafed, with an almost-nutty sweetness.

How do you cut Tuscan kale?

For Tuscan kale, lay a kale leaf on a cutting board and run a paring knife along each side of the center stem. Repeat until all the stems have been removed. Then cut the leaves crosswise in 3″ pieces, or whatever size your recipe calls for. You should end up with 5 ounces of cut leaves, about 8 cups loosely packed.

Can you eat the stems of Tuscan kale?

First things first: Kale and collard stems are tough, chewy, and fibrous. While we enjoy the occasional raw collard or kale salad, you should never eat the stems raw. ... Otherwise, the exteriors will burn before the stems have cooked through, making them both bitter and too tough to chew.

How do I shred kale?

Cut along both sides of the stem of each leaf with a sharp knife or pull the leaves from the stems with your hands. Discard the stems. Gather the leaves together and slice into 1/8 inch crosswise slices.

Does kale or spinach taste better in smoothies?

Spinach and kale are the most popular greens for a smoothie and there is a good reason why. ... Spinach and kale are also really easy to come by at any local grocer. Personally, I prefer spinach to kale because the flavor is a bit more mild and easier to hide, but both are great options!

Can I use spinach instead of kale?

The most common green, English spinach or spinach has a more green 'spinachy' flavour than kale. And the leaves are much more soft and delicate. However if you just want to add some cooked greens to a dish, spinach including defrosted frozen spinach is a good kale substitute.

Do green smoothies make you gain weight?

Green smoothies won't inherently make you fat, but the ingredients you add to your green smoothies could be adding unhealthy sugars, empty calories, and harmful additives to your diet. The effect? A decrease in your metabolism that makes it harder to shed unwanted pounds and lose weight.