Gomen (Braised Collard Greens)
Side DishEthiopia

GomenBraised Collard Greens

Gomen is an Ethiopian dish of cooked greens, prepared in several regional styles. This version braises collard greens with onion, garlic, ginger, niter kibbeh, and lemon.

Prep

15m

Cook

30m

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
145kcal

Calories

5g

Protein

9g

Fat

14g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4
  • 600g
    Collard Greens (finely chopped)
  • 180g
    Onion (finely chopped)
  • 12g
    Garlic (crushed)
  • 10g
    Fresh Ginger (finely chopped)
  • 35ml
    Niter Kibbeh
  • 150ml
    Water
  • 2g
    Black Pepper
  • 7g
    Salt
  • 20ml
    Lemon Juice

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Method

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6 steps
  1. 01

    Cook the onion in a pot over medium heat until softened.

  2. 02

    Add the niter kibbeh, then stir in the garlic and fresh ginger until fragrant.

  3. 03

    Add the collard greens and turn them in the aromatic mixture until they begin to wilt.

  4. 04

    Pour in the water, cover, and simmer gently at about 95°C (203°F) until the greens are tender.

  5. 05

    Season with the black pepper and salt.

  6. 06

    Stir in the lemon juice just before serving.

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