Brazilian recipe
Sautéed Escarole with Spicy Peanuts (Escarola refogada com amendoim picante)
Sautéed escarole with spicy peanuts is a Brazilian dish known for its bold flavour and simple preparation.
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Ingredients
1/2 large bunch escarole
1/3 cup roasted skinless unsalted peanuts
2 garlic cloves
Olive oil to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt to taste
1/3 cup roasted skinless unsalted peanuts
2 garlic cloves
Olive oil to taste
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Look for escarole in the leafy greens section of local markets or greengrocers, and buy roasted peanuts and cayenne pepper in the spices aisle or pantry section. If needed, use unsalted dry-roasted peanuts as a substitute for the roasted unsalted peanuts.
Preparation method
- Separate the escarole leaves and wash them carefully under running water
- Dry the leaves using a salad spinner to make sure they are completely dry
- Layer about 5 leaves on top of each other, roll them into a cylinder and cut into strips about 3 cm wide
- Press the garlic cloves with the side of a knife to peel them, keeping them whole to flavour the oil
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat
- Add a little olive oil, the peanuts, the cayenne pepper and a pinch of salt
- Sauté the peanuts for about 3 minutes until they are lightly golden
- Remove the peanuts from the skillet and set aside in a bowl
- In the same skillet, still over medium heat, add 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil and one garlic clove
- Sauté the garlic for 1 minute, just enough to perfume the oil
- Add half of the escarole, season with a pinch of salt and sauté for 2 minutes
- Stir occasionally until the leaves are lightly toasted and still have texture, making sure they do not release too much water
- Remove the first batch of escarole and repeat the same process with the remaining leaves
- Arrange the sautéed escarole on a serving platter and finish by sprinkling the spicy peanuts over the top before serving
Observations
This side dish brings a crisp texture and a gentle hint of spice that lifts the flavour of the greens. It is a great way to vary the way you prepare vegetables in everyday cooking.
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