Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)

Name: Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 large bunch collard greens, stems removed, leaves chopped; 3 tbsp oil; 1 onion; 3 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp grated ginger; 1 jalapeño, minced (optional); 1 cup water or vegetable broth; to taste salt and pepper

Slow-cooked collard greens seasoned simply with garlic, ginger, and onion.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
Active: 15 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: ethiopian

Servings4

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Ingredients

Steps

Cook the onion in oil over medium heat until soft, about 7 minutes.
Add the garlic, ginger, and jalapeño if using, and cook 2 minutes.
Add the collard greens and water, cover, and cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very tender.
Uncover and let any extra liquid cook off.
Season with salt and pepper.
Serve warm as a side with injera or rice.