By Imma
October 13, 2015 Source: African Bites
Photo Source: Unsplash, K.D.
Ethiopian Collard Greens aka Ye’abasha Gomen- Braised collard greens and kale seasoned with aromatics; Quick, easy and tasty.
Prep: 10 mins Cook: 20 mins Total: 30 mins African SERVINGS 4
Ingredients
▢ 10 ounce Collard Greens/Kale chopped
▢ 3 or more tablespoons Niter Ethiopian Spiced Butter or cooking oil
▢ 1 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
▢ 2 teaspoon minced garlic
▢ 1 large white onion chopped
▢ 1 teaspoon smoke paprika
▢ ½ teaspoon cardamom spice
▢ 1 teaspoon coriander/Cumin ▢ 1-2 Fresh Chili pepper or ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or more ▢ 1 fresh lemon
Instructions
In a large skillet, add oil, spiced butter, garlic, ginger, chili pepper, cumin, cardamom, paprika, sauté for about 30 seconds or more, be careful not to let the ingredients burn.
Then add onions, mix with the spices. Sauté for about 3-5
Throw in chopped collards, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, Continue cooking for another 7-10 minutes until flavors have blend and greens are cooked, according to preference. Adjust seasonings –Salt and pepper, turn off the heat.
Remove from the heat and let it cool. SERVE WITH DORO WAT
Nutrition Information: Calories: 111kcal (6%)| Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)| Protein: 3g (6%)| Fat: 7g(11%)| Sodium: 15mg (1%)| Potassium: 248mg (7%)| Fiber: 4g (17%)| Sugar: 2g (2%)| Vitamin A: 3905IU (78%)| Vitamin C: 41.8mg (51%)| Calcium: 185mg (19%)| Iron: 1mg (6%)
Author: Imma Course: Sides Cuisine: African
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