Ye Abesha Gomen Collard Greens

Elevate your home-cooking game with Ye Abesha Gomen, a vibrant Ethiopian collard greens recipe that’s both nutritious and bursting with flavor. This traditional dish combines tender, earthy collard greens with fragrant aromatics like garlic, ginger, and turmeric, all sautéed in spiced clarified butter (niter kibbeh) or olive oil for an irresistible depth of flavor. Simmered to perfection with a splash of vegetable broth, this dish is perfectly seasoned with a hint of optional green chili for a subtle kick. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome recipe is ideal as a side dish with injera bread, rice, or your favorite Ethiopian classics. A must-try for lovers of bold, comforting, and globally-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb collard greens
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp ginger root, minced
• 3 tbsp spiced clarified butter (niter kibbeh) or olive oil
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 cup vegetable broth or water
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 green chili pepper (optional), finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Wash the collard greens thoroughly under cold running water and remove any tough stems. Stack a few leaves, roll them tightly, and slice into thin strips. Set aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Set everything aside for easy access during cooking.

Step 3

Heat the spiced clarified butter (niter kibbeh) or olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and turmeric powder. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture is fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced collard greens to the pot and stir to combine with the onion mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the leaves to wilt slightly.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth or water, then season with salt and black pepper. If using, add the finely chopped green chili for a touch of heat.

Step 8

Lower the heat, cover the pot with a lid, and let the greens simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the collard greens are tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 9

Taste the greens and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with injera bread, rice, or as a side to your favorite Ethiopian dishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	960.8 grams (960.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	617

Total Fat 42.60g	55%
Saturated Fat 24.40g	122%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 3385mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 54.20g	20%
Dietary Fiber 24.30g	87%
Total Sugars 12.10g
Protein 16.60g	33%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 722mg	56%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1254mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.5%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 32.5%