Stir-Fried Farro With Garlicky Kale and Poached Egg Recipe

This simple grains-greens-eggs combination is a satisfying and well-rounded meal—a perfect go-to for when you have a little time to spare.

Updated July 09, 2023

Vinegar adds a subtle tanginess to the greens and farro—just what they need to really come to life.

Tender farro, sautéed kale, and a perfectly poached egg. If that's not a good breakfast, we don't know what is.

Recipe Details

Active 25 mins

Total 40 mins

Serves 4 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups farro (300g; 10 ounces)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (30ml), plus more for drizzling
2 medium shallots (160g; 6 ounces), thinly sliced (about 3/4 cup)
3 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 large bunch lacinato (Tuscan) kale, washed, tough stems removed and discarded, and roughly chopped (about 300g ; 10 ounces after de-stemming)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (30ml)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 large eggs, poached or fried
Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for shaving (optional)
Chile sauce, for serving (optional)

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add farro. Lower heat and simmer until farro is tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes (different brands of farro can have significantly different cooking times, so start checking at 20 minutes, but be prepared to simmer longer). Drain and set aside.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds longer. Add kale and cook, tossing, until wilted, about 4 minutes. Add farro and vinegar and toss until farro is warmed through. Season with salt and pepper.
Divide kale and grains into 4 bowls. Top each with an egg, seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with shaved Parmesan, if using. Serve, passing chili sauce at the table, if desired.

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories	424
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g	17%
Saturated Fat 3g	13%
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 333mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate 62g	22%
Dietary Fiber 11g	38%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 19g
Vitamin C 33mg	165%
Calcium 114mg	9%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 662mg	14%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.