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Author: Imma

Ethiopian Collard Greens aka Ye’abasha Gomen- Braised collard greens and kale seasoned with aromatics. Quick, easy, and tasty.

Ethiopian Collard Green

A couple of years back, I loathed any green that wasn’t remotely close to spinach. Kale, collard greens were on that list (I don’t know why).

But after some time, I gradually, consciously started playing around with more greens. I couldn’t just turn my back on these greens especially when their nutritional benefits are staggering. And of course, with age comes wisdom and we all start thinking about our health.

If you are looking for an easy, flavorful, and downright addictive way of trying out collard greens or kale then you are in luck. I have tried both greens using this method and they both work great.

Ethiopian Collard Green

If you are more focused on the nutritional content then be aware that collard greens are right up there with kale. They both provide an excellent source of vitamins A, C, K calcium and are equally tasty! Some side-by-side comparisons even give collard greens a slight edge-something to think about when you are in the supermarket.

This Ethiopian Braised Greens is fairly easy dish to make both in terms of preparation and the time it takes to make it. Especially when you have all your pantry ingredients ready to go. What sets these greens apart from the rest are the spice mix and Ethiopian Spiced butter. It makes it more enticing and flavorful.

Ethiopian Collard Greens

Cooking greens is a matter of personal preference, some like to cook it to death but not me, 7-10 minutes does it for me.

Don’t let me rain on your parade – cook to your hearts desire. And for a Complete Ethiopian meal, serve it with this Ethiopian Spiced lentil stew

Ethiopian Lentil Stew

Injera/Angero and or this Doro Wat Ethiopian chicken Stew Enjoy!!!

Ethiopian Collard Greens
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Ye'abesha Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)

Ethiopian Collard Greens aka Ye’abasha Gomen- Braised collard greens and kale seasoned with aromatics; Quick, easy and tasty.
4.85 from 32 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
African
Servings 4

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Ingredients

  • 10 ounce Collard Greens/Kale chopped
  • 3 or more tablespoons Niter Ethiopian Spiced Butter or cooking oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 large white onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoke paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom spice
  • 1 teaspoon coriander/Cumin
  • 1-2 Fresh Chili pepper or ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or more
  • 1 fresh lemon

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, add oil, spiced butter, garlic, ginger, chili pepper, cumin, cardamom, paprika, sauté for about 30 seconds or more, be careful not to let the ingredients burn.
  • Then add onions, mix with the spices. Sauté for about 3-5
  • Throw in chopped collards, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, Continue cooking for another 7-10 minutes until flavors have blend and greens are cooked, according to preference. Adjust seasonings –Salt and pepper, turn off the heat.
  • Remove from the heat and let it cool. SERVE WITH DORO WAT

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 111kcal (6%)| Carbohydrates: 10g (3%)| Protein: 3g (6%)| Fat: 7g (11%)| Sodium: 15mg (1%)| Potassium: 248mg (7%)| Fiber: 4g (17%)| Sugar: 2g (2%)| Vitamin A: 3905IU (78%)| Vitamin C: 41.8mg (51%)| Calcium: 185mg (19%)| Iron: 1mg (6%)
Author: Imma
Course: Sides
Cuisine: African
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Nutrition Facts
Ye'abesha Gomen (Ethiopian Collard Greens)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 111 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Sodium 15mg1%
Potassium 248mg7%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 3905IU78%
Vitamin C 41.8mg51%
Calcium 185mg19%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  3. Marie says

    3 stars
    It was tasty and I plan to make it again, with less ginger and lemon. I substituted gram masal because I had no cardamom (next time not) and Smart Balance margarine rather than the suggested butter. This is a healthier alternative to traditional southern collards.

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    • Steve says

      5 stars
      To make it taste right, you need to use the ethiopian spiced butter, which is clarified butter with spices. If you use normal butter, it will not be the same.

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      • Some Guy says

        If using something like ghee, consider using about 1 teaspoon of berbere with 1 tablespoon of ghee.

  5. Lucille Legge says

    5 stars
    I ate lunch at an Ethiopian cafe, Merkaba in Ballarat Victoria the other day. I was so impressed that I photographed the menu so that I could research the food recipes. Your recipe is perfect and tasted very close to the Merkaba one. We ate it very quickly and now must make another batch soon, Thank you so much!

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  6. MONA L WILLIAMS says

    5 stars
    I made Gomen last night for the first time and I loved it. I’ll be using this recipe regularly. Next I’m making Ethiopian Lentil stew tonight, I’ll give you my feedback. I’m really looking forward to eating the gomen and the lentils together with the Injera I bought.

    Thank you.

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  7. Meg says

    3 stars
    I made this tonight after making my own spiced butter yesterday. It was pretty close to the gomen wat I’ve had before though I think the smoked paprika was too overpowering. If I make it again, I will just do a sprinkle or two. I also used a quarter lemon and could’ve used more I think. Without the spiced butter, I don’t think this would’ve been very good, so make sure you buy or make your own (it’s pretty easy!).

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  10. Jennifer says

    5 stars
    Yes! This recipe is the truth. I have used this recipe twice already and it tasted just like restaurant quality both timesArban Philadelphia and the nearest Ethiopian restaurant is about 1 hr away. Now I can have this dish whenever I want. Yay!
    Tip: Add the ginger at the end using garlic press after all of the other ingredients have cooked.

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    • imma africanbites says

      Yaaay! Glad you can now easily enjoy this whenever you want. And thank you for sharing that tip, Jennifer.

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  11. Jessica Laub says

    5 stars
    Just made this and it is amazing!!! I almost ate the whole bowl myself in one sitting!! Yummy!!!
    Thank you for sharing the receipe!

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  12. Joe Harris says

    Hi. What do you think about substituting berbere for the cayenne? Or paprika? I’d think the cayane si a closer match. Thank you for the recipe and any thoughts.

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    • ImmaculateBites says

      Hi Joe, I would add both. Cayenne adds some heat to it while the paprika adds flavor . If you can find it use smoked paprika

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  14. Elise Yuan says

    5 stars
    I just made this recipe for the first time today and let me say, it was DIVINE! It was gone so fast I will have to make it again soon. I am so grateful to find this recipe and will definitely be making it again! Thank you so much for sharing such an incredible recipe! 🙂

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    • ImmaculateBites says

      I’m so happy to hear that Elise! Thanks for taking time out to let me know. 🙂 It’s definitely a favorite around here.

      Reply