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Nettle crisps in bowl

Nettle Crisps

Wendy Faulkner
These are the best veggie crisps ever. The nettles go a lovely crispy texture, and their mild flavour works well with various seasonings. You might be lucky enough to get your nettles for free, and they are super nutritious.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Savoury Snack
Cuisine Gluten Free, Healthy
Servings 2
Calories 62 kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 handful of stinging nettles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Optional ingredients

  • ¼ teaspoon Marmite
  • 10g grated cheddar or parmesan

Instructions
 

Use gloves when handling the nettles before they are cooked!

  • Preheat the oven to 130 degrees (110 fan)
  • Remove the nettle leaves from the stems and tear any larger leaves into 2 or 3 pieces. Wash and dry the leaves.
  • Add the oil to a bowl and stir in any seasonings or spices. Add the nettle leaves to the bowl and mix well so that all the leaves are coated.
  • Spread the leaves out on a baking tray. The leaves will crisp up better if they are not touching, so if necessary, use a second tray.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. Turn the leaves over, then bake for a further 15 minutes.

If using cheese

  • Sprinkle the finely grated cheese over the nettles when you turn them over partway through cooking

If using Marmite

  • Don't add extra salt to the recipe. Heat the oil in a small pan and stir in the Marmite. Add the nettle leaves and stir to coat.

Notes

Other flavourings such as cumin, curry powder, cinnamon or nutmeg can also be added to the oil. Or use a flavoured olive oil if you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 62kcal
Keyword Nettles, Spring
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