Which leaves of Savoy cabbage to use in smoothies?
In Germany we don't have kale all year, only in winter. I am substituting it with Savoy cabbage.
I am wondering if I should use the outer leaves which are very green or just the inside. Also are there any drawbacks of using outer leaves?
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The outer leaves would be a better substitute for kale. My reasoning is that the kale plant is fully exposed to light. With the cabbage only the outer leaves get to enjoy the sun, thus the greenness. I would say flavour wise the outer leaves come closer to kale too. The cabbage core tends to be sweeter.
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Do you use the outer leaves of savoy cabbage?
The outer leaves are frilly, green and delicate, but the innermost ones are pale yellow, firm, and crisp. That means the outer and inner leaves can be used for different things. Wrap the outer leaves around meats and grains and then simmer them in tomato sauce.Can I add cabbage in a smoothie?
Green smoothies are super versatile, and when rotating your greens, cabbage is a great option. Simply swap out whatever leafy green a recipe calls for, and add in cabbage.Can you eat all of a savoy cabbage?
The leaves of Savoy cabbage are both attractive and fairly durable; they can be eaten raw in salads or used to wrap meat balls or Vegetarian haggis \u2013 a very British alternative to stuffed vine leaves. Simply trim down any thick, tough veins and then blanch the leaves for a couple of minutes if using to wrap.Can you taste red cabbage in a smoothie?
Nobody will taste the cabbage or kale! Smoothies make it so easy to get lots of nutrients into your body all at once. This purple detox smoothie is deceptively delicious. It's sweet and refreshing, and nobody will be able to taste the red cabbage or kale.Harvest calendar day 5: Savoy cabbage
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You should uses the inner leaves. The outer leaves if not washed correctly can leave insecticides and other fertilizers on the outside. The outer leaves otherwise are okay to use. To properly clean the leaves place the cabbage in a pot for 10 minutes soaking the cabbage. Rinse and repeat. After the second soaking scrub the leaves lightly. There you go all the leaves are now usable.
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