Gomen (Collard Greens)

Ingredients

• 1 pound Collard greens
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1/2 medium Red onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. 1Wash the 1 pound of collard greens thoroughly under cool water. Remove the tough, fibrous stems by pulling the leaves away from them. Chop the collard green leaves into roughly 1-inch pieces.
2. 2Finely chop the 1/2 medium red onion. Mince the 2 cloves of garlic and the 1 teaspoon of ginger until they are very small pieces.
3. 3Place a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped red onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion pieces look soft and translucent.
4. 4Add the minced garlic and minced ginger to the pot with the onions. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
5. 5Add the chopped collard greens and the 1/2 cup of water to the pot. Stir everything together. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the water to a gentle simmer.
6. 6Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly with a lid, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. The collard greens are tender when you can easily pierce them with a fork.
7. 7Stir in the 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Taste the greens and add more salt if desired.
8. 8Serve the Gomen hot or warm.

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