Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)
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Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)
Description
Gomen involves sautéing thinly sliced onions in spiced clarified butter called niter kibbeh until soft and translucent, then cooking in garlic, fresh ginger, cumin, and coriander for added depth. Collard greens or kale are added and cooked until wilted but still retaining some firmness and bright green color. Extra niter kibbeh is stirred in near the end to intensify the rich spiced butter flavor. The dish showcases a balance between the earthiness of the greens and robust savory spices.
This preparation is typically served as a vegetable side dish in Ethiopian cuisine and can complement spicy stews or be part of a larger meal. Adjust seasoning with salt or additional spices as desired. The use of fresh ginger and garlic contributes to the brightness and warmth of the dish.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons niter kibbeh (plus an extra tablespoon for later)
- 1 yellow onion halved and thinly sliced, large
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger finely minced, fresh
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 collard greens washed, thick stems removed, roughly chopped (can also use kale, bunch, about 12 ounces
Instructions
- Heat niter kibbeh in a pan over medium high heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and spices and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the collard greens and another tablespoon of niter kibbeh and cook until the collards turn bright green and are wilted but still a slightly crispy, 5-7 minutes. Add more spices and/or niter kibbeh to taste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 115kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 293mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 49mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 125IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 3.4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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