BRAISED COLLARD GREENS AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH
The secret ingredient in this low-calorie, low-fat side is the ginger, which adds warmth and depth of flavor to the vegetables. We saved the butter for the very end-a smart way to maximize its flavor without using too much.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the shallots are soft, about 3 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the garlic, ginger and a few grinds of pepper; stir until combined.
- Add the collard greens, 1 1/2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the collards wilt, about 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, cover and cook until the collards are tender, about 15 minutes. Add the squash, cover and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium-high and cook until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add the butter and toss to coat. Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon juice or hot sauce if using.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the shallots are soft, about 3 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the garlic, ginger and a few grinds of pepper; stir until combined.
- Add the collard greens, 1 1/2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the collards wilt, about 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, cover and cook until the collards are tender, about 15 minutes. Add the squash, cover and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium-high and cook until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add the butter and toss to coat. Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon juice or hot sauce if using.
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leandri Visser
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Tamika Tasheema
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of collard greens, but I really enjoyed this dish. The butternut squash really mellows out the flavor of the collard greens.
abdelouahed hamama
[email protected]This is a must-try recipe for anyone who loves collard greens and butternut squash.
Rajan Panthi
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! Thanks, Alice!
Haroon Bashar
[email protected]This dish is so darn good! I highly recommend it.
Raquel Casteneda
[email protected]I love the combination of collard greens and butternut squash. They complement each other perfectly.
Muhammad Jamshaid Qadeer
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover collard greens.
tedddy mncube
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes from AliceRecipes.com. It's always a crowd-pleaser.
Adnan Wakhra
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed it in this dish.
Muhammad Rafi
[email protected]This recipe is so versatile - you can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Brenda Anena
[email protected]I added a little bit of smoked paprika to the collard greens and it gave them a really nice smoky flavor.
Khsn Khan
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's so warm and comforting.
Sara Ibrahim
[email protected]I love how this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients to create such a delicious and elegant dish.
Saim Cheema
[email protected]Made this for dinner last night and it was a huge hit with the whole family! Even my picky kids loved it.
OKAFOR JUSTICE
[email protected]Followed the recipe to a T and it turned out perfectly! So flavorful and comforting - a real soul-satisfying meal.
Ten Dollar
[email protected]OMG! These braised collard greens and butternut squash are INSANELY delicious! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the textures are perfect - the collard greens are tender and the squash is soft and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish