Add a Tropical Twist to Your Greens with Coconut Milk

Add a Tropical Twist to Your Greens with Coconut Milk

Greens with Coconut Milk

Bring the warmth of the Caribbean home with these ginger and coconut milk-infused wilted greens.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Caribbean
Keyword chiles, coconut milk, ginger, greens, wilted
Author Déja Todman

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch small kale ribs and stems removed, leaves torn
  • 1 bunch small collard greens ribs and stems removed, leaves sliced 1-inch thick
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk divided
  • 4 garlic cloves lightly crushed
  • 2 small shallots chopped
  • 2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
  • 1 red chile thinly sliced
  • 1 piece ginger 1 inch peeled, thinly sliced into matchsticks
  • 1 bunch scallions thinly sliced, divided
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Cook garlic, stirring, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add shallots, chile, ginger, and two-thirds of scallions. Season with salt; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. 

  2. Add kale and collard greens a handful at a time, letting them wilt slightly before adding more. Cook, tossing occasionally until greens are crisp-tender, 6–8 minutes. Add half of the coconut milk and toss to coat.

  3. Transfer greens to a serving bowl and top with remaining coconut milk and scallions. Serve with lime wedges.
  4. Enjoy! 😀
 

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