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πικραλίδα is the word for dandelion in Greek, and should basically translate to chicory. Another common term for them is the word horta-a sort of blanket term that describes not one, but many different wild, edible plants. Typically the plants are boiled until tender and eaten with olive oil and lemon juice.
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HOW TO MAKE DANDELION GREENS: STEP BY STEP. STEP 1: Boil the water. Boil water in a large pot so that the water can boil while you clean the dandelion greens. Add salt to the pot of water once the water is warm. STEP 2: Clean and cut the dandelion greens. Cut the stems about 2 inches off of the bottom.
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Submerge chopped greens in bowl of cold water and swish to get rid of any dirt or sand. Drain off and add to pot of boiling water. Bring water back up to a rolling boil and cook for 10 minutes until dandelion greens are soft and tender. Transfer cooked greens from your pot, reserving the boiling liquid for dandelion tea.
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There are several recipes and instructions available online for how to cook Greek-style dandelion greens, but it generally involves boiling the greens for 15-20 minutes to remove any bitterness and help soften them up. Alternatively, try adding a tablespoon of chopped dandelion stems to this Salmon Patties Recipe. Not only is it loaded with.
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Coat the greens evenly with a light amount of olive oil and seasonings. Place the greens in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for up to 8 minutes or until the desired.
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When the water comes to a boil, add a generous pinch of salt and the greens. Submerge them completely and cook until the stems are soft and fork-tender; this can take anywhere from 10-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the stems. Drain the greens and dress with the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
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Remove the greens to a colander before draining the water. The Spruce. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and then add about a tablespoon of salt to the water. Carefully submerge the greens in the pot and boil for about 20 minutes, or until the thickest parts of the stems are tender. Be careful not to over boil.
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Dandelions pack a whole lot of vitamins and minerals into a small plant. "They're probably the most nutritionally dense green you can eat — outstripping even kale or spinach," Geib says.
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To cook dandelion greens Greek-style, start by blanching them in boiling water for a few minutes to help reduce their bitterness. Then, drain and squeeze out any excess water. In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add the blanched dandelion greens and cook for a few minutes until they wilt.
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Wash the wild leafy greens thoroughly and drain. Into a large saucepan pour the olive oil, add the onions and leeks and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until wilted. Add the wild greens and mix with a wooden spoon. As soon as they become wilted, lower the heat and add 1/2 cup of water. With the lid on, simmer for 35 minutes, until the wild greens are.
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Cut off the bottom roots and coarsely chop. Place a medium pot on to boil, add dandelions and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 5-8 minutes, making sure greens have softened. Remove and strain into a bowl, and reserve the juices. (great for a drink later) Add back 1 cup of juice, extra virgin olive oil, juice of one lemon, salt and pepper.
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Add greens to boiling water, submerging them completely in water. Cook on medium, stirring occasionally for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the stems are fork-tender. Drain the water and place the cooked greens in a bowl. Dress the greens with olive oil and the juice of 2 lemons. Serve Horta warm or at room temperature.
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Trim any thick stems from the leafy greens. Add the leafy greens to the pot of boiling water and lower heat to medium. Boil the leafy greens for about 20 minutes or until the stems are tender. As they boil, stir them a couple of times to ensure they are all submerged. Drain the water and transfer the horta to a bowl.
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Wash them well and blog them dry with paper towels. Place the dandelion greens into a serving bowl and pour over the water. Add the garlic clove and toss the greens with a pair of kitchen tongs to distribute. Set aside. Prepare the ladolemono as directed in the recipe. Pour it over the greens and toss to coat. Serve it immediately.
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8. dandelion greens greek style. Greeks have been eating dandelions for centuries, way before it became trendy. This is a traditional Greek dish called Horta, which uses a bunch of dandelion greens. Wash your greens thoroughly and boil in a slightly salted pot of water. Drain and drizzle with olive oil.
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Cook. Fill a deep, large pot with plenty of water and one teaspoon of sea salt. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Place the washed and drained greens in the water gradually so the boiling does not stop. Do not cover the pot. For about 2 lbs of horta (net weight), calculate 12 minutes of boiling time.