Side Dish

Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)

Name: Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 porții
Cuisine: ethiopian
Ingredients: 900 g collard greens stemmed and chopped; 1 buc. yellow onion finely chopped; 15 g fresh ginger grated; 3 cățel garlic minced; 1 buc. serrano pepper minced (opțional); 2 lingură vegetable oil; 120 ml vegetable broth; 0,5 linguriță salt; 0,25 linguriță black pepper freshly ground

This is a traditional Ethiopian side dish featuring collard greens stewed with aromatic spices. It's a flavorful and healthy addition to any meal, often served with injera or other main courses. The greens are gently simmered until tender, absorbing the rich flavors of the onion, garlic, and ginger.

O rețetă originală de Forkin

Durată totală: 55 min.
Porții: 4
Dificultate: Medie
Per porție: 160 kcal

VeganDietă vegetarianăFără gluten

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

900 gcollard greens, stemmed and chopped
1 buc.yellow onion, finely chopped
15 gfresh ginger, grated
3 cățelgarlic, minced
1 buc.serrano pepper, minced(opțional)
2 lingurăvegetable oil
120 mlvegetable broth
0,5 lingurițăsalt
0,25 lingurițăblack pepper, freshly ground

Ustensile

large pot · cutting board · knife

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1
Wash the collard greens thoroughly, remove the tough stems, and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
Aproximativ 5 min.
Nota bucătarului: Ensure all dirt is removed from the greens, as they can be quite sandy.
2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Aproximativ 1 min.
3
Add the yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Aproximativ 7 min.
Nota bucătarului: Do not rush this step; properly sautéed onions build the flavor base.
4
Stir in the fresh ginger, garlic, and serrano pepper (if using) and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
5
Add the chopped collard greens to the pot in batches, allowing each batch to wilt slightly before adding more.
Aproximativ 5 min.
Nota bucătarului: The greens will reduce significantly in volume as they cook.
6
Pour in the vegetable broth, then season with salt and black pepper.
Aproximativ 1 min.
7
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until the collard greens are very tender.
Aproximativ 35 min.
Nota bucătarului: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
8
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Aproximativ 1 min.

Per porție

Valori nutriționale

74%Scor

Calorii: 159,9kcal
Proteine: 7,6g
Carbohidrați: 17,8g
Grăsimi: 8,7g
Fibre: 9,9g
Zahăr: 5,1g

Estimare bazată pe cantitățile ingredientelor din rețetă. Valorile pot varia în funcție de mărci și înlocuiri.

Păstrează gustul bun

Păstrare

Store leftover gomen in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reîncălzire

Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.