By Candice Walker on July 13, 2023 (Last updated July 13, 2023) This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.
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This sautéed purslane with garlic is the perfect side dish to add to any meal. It takes just 10 minutes to put together and uses all that purslane you’ve either foraged for, found at your farmers market, or grown yourself!
You can think of purslane as similar to spinach or watercress in preparation. You can steam it, you can sauté it, turn it into purslane pesto, or even eat it raw in salads or as a garnish.
Keep in mind that if you are foraging purslane in the wild, it is possible they are contaminated with pesticides and pollutants. I recommend getting it from a farmers’ market so you know that it’s safe.
🌟Why you’ll love this recipe
Super quick – This side dish comes together in just 10 minutes, and only has two steps!
Super easy – Minimum cooking required and it can all be done in one pan.
Only four main ingredients – This recipe only requires 4 ingredients that will be easy to find. Purslane is a forager’s goldmine, but you can also usually find it at farmers’ markets due to its growing popularity. Don’t forget that foraging along the sides of roads is not safe due to pesticides and pollution.
Uses purslane, a unique leafy green – Purslane is a tasty alternative to sautéed spinach, and you’ll really like the tangy, almost lemony flavor. Purslane is most often enjoyed as an addition to salad mixes, but it’s just as fantastic cooked. You can also try one of my favorite purslane recipes, purslane pesto or purslane soup!
🧾Ingredients in this recipe
Purslane leaves – use only the leaves and the small stems, making sure to remove the large and medium stems since they can be slimy.
Olive oil – Use high-quality olive oil if you can.
Garlic – you will need fresh garlic for this recipe.
Shallots – Your shallots will need to be minced ahead of time. You could use yellow onions or scallion whites as a substitute.
Salt and pepper – Use these to season to your preference.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
🧅 Pro Tip
Don’t skip on the minced garlic and shallots, they really pack a flavor punch and make the side dish incredible!
👩🍳How to Make This Recipe
Start by heating olive oil over medium-high heat in a pan. Add all the ingredients to the pan.
Stir constantly until the greens are wilted and the moisture has evaporated.
Serve you’re fresh sautéed purslane immediately. For an extra addition, add some lemon zest for extra tangy zestiness or some chili flakes.
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