Gomen Wat is a traditional Ethiopian dish made from collard greens or kale, cooked with a blend of spices and aromatics. It's a flavorful and nutritious side dish that pairs well with injera or rice.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 500 g collard greens
- 1 tsp cumin
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 250 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 4
Add the turmeric and cumin, and stir to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.
Step 5
Add the chopped collard greens to the pot, stirring well to combine with the onions and spices.
Step 6
Pour in the water, and add salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 7
Cover the pot and let the greens simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes, or until they are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Step 8
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed before serving.