COLLARD GREENS! YUM! A hearty green that grows well through winter and spring + packs a lot of calcium!
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Sesame seeds are an excellent source of copper, a very good source of manganese, and a good source of calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, molybdenum, Vitamin A, several B vitamins, selenium and dietary fiber.
Equipment
Large pot
Kitchen knife
Cutting board
Measuring cup
Tablespoon
Teaspoon
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons sesame oil (or oil of your choice)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 large garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 bunches collard greens (1 ¾ pounds)
Salt
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions:
In a large pot, heat the oil
Add the ginger, garlic and crushed red pepper and cook over high heat, stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the collard greens in 2 batches, wilting the first before adding more.
Season with salt and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until the greens are just tender and the liquid is nearly evaporated, about 10 minutes.
Add the soy sauce, stir
Stir in the sesame seeds, transfer the greens to a bowl and serve.
Adapted from: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/quick-asian-style-collard-greens by Taylor Jost, Bonner Leader Intern from UNC