Quelites Recipe

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2 Pounds Leafy Greens, Such As Spinach,
    Kale, Etc., Tough Stems Removed
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Small Onion, Finely Chopped
1 Garlic Clove, Minced Or Pressed
1 Poblano Or 2 Jalapeño Chiles, Stemmed
    And Finely Chopped
12 Black Olives, Coarsely Chopped
1/3 Cup Capers, Drained
salt, To Taste

cut The Greens Crosswise Into 1/2-inch Strips And Rinse In Plenty Of Cold Water. Lift The Greens Out Of The Water, Transfer To A Colander, And Set Aside To Drain.

meanwhile, Heat Oil In A Large Non-reactive Pot. Add Onion, Garlic And Chile And Sauté Until The Onion Wilts, About 2 Minutes.

stir In The Greens, Olives And Capers. Cover The Pot And Cook Over Medium Heat Until The Greens Are Tender, 8 To 10 Minutes.

season With Salt To Taste. Serve Immediately.





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