Is Gomen A Vegan Ethiopian Dish?

collard greens

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: spinach

Kale provides similar nutrients with a different flavor profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still providing healthy fats.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Chili powder offers a budget-friendly alternative with spice.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Using water with seasoning is cost-effective and customizable.

Wash and chop collard greens into bite-sized pieces.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped tomatoes and carrots, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in berbere spice and stir to coat vegetables evenly.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add collard greens, stirring to combine with the broth and spices.

Cover and cook until greens are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve warm as a side dish.

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