Cabbage vs Kale
A side-by-side guide to substituting Kale for Cabbage (or vice versa).
Kale works as a 1:1 swap for Cabbage in most recipes.
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Kale
Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)
Tags: vegandairy-freegluten-free
Notes: Heartier and more bitter than cabbage; holds shape better when cooked. Use equal amounts but increase cooking time by 2–3 minutes.
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Heartier and more bitter than cabbage; holds shape better when cooked. Use equal amounts but increase cooking time by 2–3 minutes. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).
Common questions
Yes — Heartier and more bitter than cabbage; holds shape better when cooked. Use equal amounts but increase cooking time by 2–3 minutes. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).
1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.
They are similar in most uses, but Heartier and more bitter than cabbage; holds shape better when cooked..
Kale is one of the options SubSwap lists for Cabbage. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Cabbage substitutes.
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