Best 2 Pan Fried Swiss Chard Recipes

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**Pan-Fried Swiss Chard: A Wholesome and Flavorful Dish**

Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable that is packed with nutrients, including vitamins K, A, and C, and minerals like magnesium and potassium. It has a slightly bitter taste that can be balanced with other flavors, making it a versatile ingredient in many dishes. Pan-frying Swiss chard is a quick and easy way to enjoy this healthy vegetable. The high heat of the pan helps to caramelize the natural sugars in the chard, resulting in a slightly sweet and smoky flavor. This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to pan-frying Swiss chard, along with variations for adding different seasonings and ingredients to create a variety of delicious dishes. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, pan-fried Swiss chard is sure to satisfy.

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PAN FRIED SWISS CHARD



Pan Fried Swiss Chard image

This is a quick, easy, and tasty way to prepare fresh Swiss chard.

Provided by melanie

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon garlic paste
1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed, leaves cut into 1-inch pieces
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the chopped bacon in the skillet and cook until the fat separates from the meat. Melt the butter in the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and garlic paste. Add the Swiss chard to the butter mixture. When the leaves begin to wilt, place a cover on the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Allow the chard to cook while covered for about 4 minutes. Stir the chard leaves to coat with the butter mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 732.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

PAN-FRIED RAINBOW TROUT WITH PECANS AND BROWN BUTTER AND SWISS CHARD WITH SERRANO CHILE VINEGAR



Pan-Fried Rainbow Trout with Pecans and Brown Butter and Swiss Chard with Serrano Chile Vinegar image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cups rice flour
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons milk
2 cups white cornmeal
4 (8 to 10 ounces each) whole rainbow trout, scaled and gutted
6 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil
2 lemons
2 sticks unsalted butter
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
Sauteed Swiss Chard with Red Onion and Serrano Chile Vinegar, recipe follows
2 1/2 pounds Swiss chard
1/2 pound slab bacon, cut into small dice
2 medium red onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup Serrano Chile Vinegar, recipe follows
4 serrano chiles, coarsely chopped
2 cups white wine vinegar
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Place rice flour in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix eggs and milk in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Place cornmeal in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Open up and cut the trout, diagonally, into 2 fillets. Season both the flesh and skin sides of the fillet with salt and pepper, to taste, and then dip each fillet into rice flour, then egg mixture, then cornmeal. Repeat with remaining trout.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet until almost smoking. Saute 4 fillets at a time until golden brown on both sides. Repeat with the remaining oil. Transfer to a large baking sheet and repeat with the remaining 2 trout. Place in the oven and bake for 5 to 6 minutes until just cooked through.
  • Zest and juice both lemons, separately reserving the zest and the juice. Set aside.
  • While the trout is baking, melt the butter in a nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat. Watching carefully and lowering the heat if necessary, allow the butter to foam and turn golden brown. Immediately add the lemon juice, zest and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • While the butter is still foaming, add the pecans and parsley. Do not allow the butter to burn or it will be unusable.
  • Place 2 fillets on each of 4 dinner plates and pour the Pecan-Brown Butter over the top. Serve alongside the Sauteed Swiss Chard with Red Onion and Serrano Chile Vinegar.
  • Tear Swiss chard leaves from thick white stalks, discard the stalks and coarsely chop leaves, set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and fat as rendered. Remove bacon to a plate with a slotted spoon. Add the onions and cook in the rendered fat until soft. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add the Swiss chard, season with salt and pepper and stir to coat the leaves in the fat. Cook until the leaves have completely wilted. Add the bacon back to the pan. Add the vinegar and continue cooking for 2 minutes. Serve with additional vinegar on the side.
  • Bring chiles, vinegar, and a teaspoon of salt to a boil in a medium nonreactive saucepan. Remove from heat, pour into a bowl, cover and let steep for at least 2 hours or overnight at room temperature. Strain through a fine strainer into a bowl or glass jar.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh Swiss chard: Look for leaves that are deep green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the Swiss chard thoroughly: Rinse the leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Remove the tough stems: Cut the stems off the leaves, leaving only the tender leaves.
  • Chop the Swiss chard: Chop the leaves into 1-inch pieces.
  • Use a large skillet: A large skillet will allow the Swiss chard to cook evenly.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat: Olive oil is a healthy choice for cooking Swiss chard.
  • Add the garlic and cook until fragrant: Garlic adds a delicious flavor to the Swiss chard.
  • Add the Swiss chard and cook until wilted: Stir the Swiss chard frequently so that it cooks evenly.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste: Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for Swiss chard.
  • Serve immediately: Pan-fried Swiss chard is best served immediately.

Conclusion:

Pan-fried Swiss chard is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be prepared in just a few minutes. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its slightly bitter taste and tender texture, Swiss chard is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a more complex recipe, pan-fried Swiss chard is a great option.

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