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The Instacart guide to frisee endive
About frisee endive
Frisee endive is a type of endive with pale-green or yellowish curly leaves. Frisee is sometimes referred to as curly endive, but unlike other types of endive, frisee is bushy with shaggy leaves instead of having cylindrical leaves. It has a yellow heart with darker green outer leaves. These outer leaves have an intense bitter taste that is even more bitter than regular endive. Once you get down to the bright yellow heart, it does not have the same bitterness.
Like many other greens, frisee endive is very low in calories and contains high amounts of healthy nutrients. A single serving contains 30 percent of the daily recommended amount of folic acid. It also has high amounts of vitamin A and vitamin C, and it is an excellent source of dietary fiber, iron, and potassium.
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How to choose frisee endive
Frisee endive is a late-season green and most likely won't show up on grocery store shelves until late fall. Its peak season starts in late autumn and runs through early December. When choosing one, look for tightly curled bundles with a lemon-yellow core and leaves that bounce. Avoid frisee that has started wilting or has brown spots.
Preparing frisee endive
To prepare frisee endive, remove the outer leaves, throw them away, and then carefully remove the rest of the leaves. Wash them in cold water and let them dry, or use a spinner to dry them thoroughly. The inner leaves have a sweeter taste than the darker leaves on the outside and are perfect for a salad. Since the leaves are delicate, it's better to tear them into bite-sized pieces with your hands instead of using a knife. The blade can flatten them and cause them to lose their curly appearance.
Make a dressing with sweet and acidic ingredients, such as maple syrup and red wine vinegar, and then mix it with the frisee and some mild greens, such as arugula, to help take away some of the bitterness. You can even top the salad with a poached egg to give it a nice rich finish.
The outer leaves create a nice garnish under a piece of grilled steak or fish, or you can saute them with some maple syrup for sweetness, a touch of lemon, and some rendered bacon fat to complete the flavor profile. Keep in mind that frisee cooks quickly, so don't leave the pan unattended. If you want to add them to a soup or stew, toss the leaves in right before serving. This will keep them from overcooking.
You can also serve frisee endive by:
- Blanching and folding them into parcels before baking with olive oil
- Sauteing it with chili peppers and some garlic
- Placing the inner leaves on some crusty bread or serving it with brie
- Serving it with roast chicken. Dress the frisee endive with the pan drippings from the chicken and some sherry vinegar, and serve with the chicken.
- Pairing it with fruit. Cut some ripe peaches, roasted and caramelized walnuts, and blue cheese as an appetizer.
- Putting it on a sandwich. Create a sandwich with your favorite cold cuts, whole-grain mustard, the frisee, and pickled red onion.
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FAQs about frisee endive
To help the frisee endive stay fresh as long as possible, avoid washing it until you are ready to eat it. If you notice signs of wilting, soak it in cold water for about 15 minutes, which will help boost the leaves. Just be sure to use a salad spinner to remove excess water because the leaves retain moisture. If water remains on the frisee, it will cause wilting and some rotting. Store it in a ventilated bag in the crisper, and it should last for up to a week.
The bitter taste of frisee endive pairs well with a wide variety of flavors. Whether you have it raw on a salad or cooked, serve it with fruit, such as oranges, pears, apples, and figs. It is delicious with smoked meats, such as bacon and pancetta, and works with duck, anchovies, and smoked fish. You can pair frisee with goat cheese, feta, and gorgonzola, and herbs like dill, basil, and garlic are also good choices. You can also serve it with herb croutons, Dijon mustard, candied or toasted nuts, and your favorite type of vinegar.
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