- Cuisine Ethiopian
- Course Side
- Prep 15 min
- Cook 20 min
- Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic collard greens, chopped
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp organic berbere spice
- 1/2 cup organic tomato paste
- 1/4 cup organic honey
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Add collard greens, stirring to coat with oil. Cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, berbere spice, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender and flavors meld.
FAQ
Is this Fasika-Style Gomen gluten-free?
Yes, as long as the berbere spice and other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
Can I use fresh collard greens instead of canned?
Yes, fresh greens provide better texture and flavor compared to canned versions.
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