Wheat Berries with Charred Onions and Kale
Wheat Berries with Charred Onions and Kale is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Combine wheat berries, 1 onion half, thyme sprigs, and 1 tablespoon salt in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2".
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCombine wheat berries, 1 onion half, thyme sprigs, and 1 tablespoon salt in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2".
Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer until wheat berries are just tender but still firm to the bite, about 35 minutes.
Drain; discard onion and thyme.
Place wheat berries in a large bowl; let cool.
Cut remaining 3 onion halves crosswise into 1/2" slices.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat; add onions.
Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are charred in spots, about 5 minutes.
Transfer to bowl with wheat berries.
Add 1 tablespoon oil to same skillet.
Working in 3 batches, add kale and cook, tossing occasionally, sprinkling with salt and pepper, and adding oil as needed between batches, until charred in spots, about 1 minute per batch.
Add to bowl.
Drizzle with lemon juice and any remaining oil; toss to coat.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.