Scandinavian · side
Creamed Kale (Grønlangkål)
Creamed Kale (Grønlangkål) reads richness 6.9, sourness 4.8 and sweetness 4.7 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Scandinavian side, about 25 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 3.5 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 4.7 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 4.8 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 2.3 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 7.1 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 2.1 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Richness 6.9 · Sourness 4.8 · Sweetness 4.7 · Salinity 3.3 · Umami 2.2 · Bitterness 2.1 · Warm Spice 1.9 · Earthy 1.7 · Heat 0.9 · Floral 0.9 · Herbaceous 0.8
What's in it (9)
- 1 lb kale, stemmed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup cream
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp sugar
- salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp white vinegar
Time & effort: about 25 min · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 166.9 kcal, 2.7 g protein, 15.2 g fat, 6.2 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains dairy — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Blanch kale in boiling salted water until tender, then drain, squeeze dry, and chop finely.
- Make a simple béchamel with butter, flour, and cream, then stir in the chopped kale and season with salt, pepper, nutmeg, a pinch of sugar, and a splash of vinegar.
- Simmer together for a few minutes until thick and creamy.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.