[header] How to eat chicory [title] Rinse and drain the chicory. [step] Rinse chicory leaves over a sieve under running water. Pour the leaves onto paper towels or a clean work surface.
[header] How to eat chicory [title] Rinse and drain the chicory. [step] Rinse chicory leaves over a sieve under running water. Pour the leaves onto paper towels or a clean work surface.
[title] Cut the chicory leaves into bite-sized pieces. [step] The smaller the pieces the bigger the chicory leaves will become. Place the dried chicory leaves in the sieve. Discard any that still have leaves on them. Lay down towels on the counter or on a plate to catch drips, then transfer the chicory leaves to a large bowl. You don't need to drain the fronds yet. Sort through the pile and remove any dead leaves or grass. Rinse the chicory leaves again, then allow any excess water to drain.