Siga be Gomen Recipe Ethiopian - Amharic Sega Lamb bones & Spinach Collards

collard greens

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: spinach

Kale is nutrient-rich and often more accessible.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Chili powder provides a similar heat and flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, and pork is often less expensive.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add beef cubes and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.

Sprinkle in berbere spice, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the meat.

Pour in diced tomatoes and water, bringing to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 1-1.5 hours, until beef is tender, stirring occasionally.

Add chopped collard greens and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until greens are wilted.

Stir in lemon juice and butter before serving.

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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