Coconut creamed greens: a deliciously creamy recipe

Ingredients for Coconut creamed greens

• 120 g unsweetened coconut flakes

• 1350 g mixed hardy greens (such as Tuscan kale, curly kale, Swiss chard, and/or mustard greens; about 4 bunches)

• 60 ml virgin coconut oil

• 6 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

• 1 large onion, finely chopped

• 1 red Thai or Fresno pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 piece ginger (5 cm), peeled, thinly sliced

• kosher salt, to taste

• 30 ml mustard seeds

• 10 ml ground coriander

• 2.5 ml ground turmeric

• 480 ml unsweetened coconut milk

• 15 g coarsely chopped coriander

How to make Coconut creamed greens

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan 160°C). Spread the coconut flakes on a parchment-lined baking tray and toast, undisturbed, until some are golden brown (some will remain white), for 5–7 minutes. Allow to cool.

2. Meanwhile, remove the ribs and stems from the greens and discard. Cut the leaves into 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick strips and set aside.

3. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, for about 3 minutes. Add the onion, chilli, and ginger, and season with salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is softened, for about 5 minutes.

4. Add the mustard seeds, coriander, and turmeric, stirring to evenly distribute, and cook until fragrant, for about 1 minute.

5. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Add the reserved greens a handful at a time, allowing each batch to wilt slightly before adding more. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the greens are tender and the mixture looks creamy, for 15–18 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.

6. Transfer the greens to a platter or large shallow bowl and top with the toasted coconut flakes and fresh coriander.

Disclaimer
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