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Couve à mineira

Stack leaves, roll, slice into hair-thin ribbons.

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How long does Couve à mineira take?

20 min all in — 15 min prep, 5 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.

How many does it serve?

The recipe is written for 4 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.

How hard is it?

Very easy.

How spicy is it?

No chilli.

Does it fit a diet?

The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.

What does it cost to cook?

Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.

What equipment do I need?

Frying pan, Chef's knife.

How much salt do I put in?

The recipe lists Salt at ½ tsp.

What can I use instead?

Collards → Cavolo nero. Closer than spinach.

Any tips from this recipe?

Bacon fat is the non-vegan pan. Do not lid them. They go khaki.

Can I use an air fryer?

This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.

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