Kalettes (200g)

Initially named ‘flowersprouts’, kalettes (pronounced ‘kale-ets’) are a member of the brassica family.

They’re actually a hybrid combination of kale and Brussels sprouts. They take their name from kale, with the ‘ette’ representing the small size of the vegetable.

They’re a mini, sprout-sized leafy vegetable that almost looks like a miniature cabbage. They have a deep green and vibrant purple colouring. Their leaves aren’t as densely packed as on a sprout, with a more ruffled look.

They’re sweeter in flavour than Brussel’s sprouts, which for many can make them a much more appealing alternative.

High in vitamin C and K, kalettes have become popular among health enthusiasts, who have branded it a ‘superfood’ due to the high nutritional value.

Suggested Uses:

Whether they’re served as one of the main ingredients or as part of a side, kalettes can be steamed, fried, sautéed, roasted, grilled and of course, eaten raw.

One simple way of preparing them is to boil them in salted water for a few minutes, cool them down in cold or iced water, and then warm them up to order in some olive oil, salt and pepper. This simple way of preparing them allows the delicious natural flavour of the kalettes to shine through.

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