Kenyan Braised Collard Greens and Ground Beef
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4.9
Kenyan Braised Collard Greens and Ground Beef
Description
This Kenyan-inspired dish starts by sautéing onion, garlic, and jalapeño in olive oil to build an aromatic base. Ground beef is browned and seasoned with a mix of warm spices including cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and coriander, which infuse the meat with distinct savory and earthy flavors. Adding collard greens and quartered grape tomatoes introduces freshness and slight acidity, while cooking until the greens wilt keeps them tender without losing structure.
The final addition of lemon juice brightens the dish and enhances the spice mixture. The interplay between the robustly spiced beef and the vibrant greens and tomatoes results in a balanced combination of textures and flavors reminiscent of Kenyan home cooking styles.
This dish can be served on its own as a protein-rich, vegetable-forward entrée. It works well for those seeking a warm, spiced main course with the nutritional benefits of collard greens integrated into a ground beef preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 white onion (coarsely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and chopped)
- 1 lb ground beef 90% lean
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp cumin ground
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 bunch (8 leaves collard greens, stems removed sliced into 1-inch srips)
- 15 grape tomatoes (quartered)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and saute until soft, about 4 minutes.
- Add the garlic and jalapeño and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the ground beef and seasonings and cook browned, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the collard greens and tomatoes and saute until wilted, about 4 minutes.
- Stir everything gently as it cooks, careful not to mush the tomatoes.
- Add the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (about 6 cups)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 263 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 11/2 cups | |
| Calories | 263kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 377mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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