Ethiopian Spiced Cottage Cheese with Greens (Gomen Kitfo)

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 2
A hearty Ethiopian dish with spiced cottage cheese and collard greens
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package cottage cheese
3 cloves garlic , minced
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
3 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 green chile pepper , chopped
2 pounds fresh collard greens , cut into 2-inch pieces

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
325
Sugar
6g
Fat
24g
Gomen Kitfo is a traditional Ethiopian dish that is often served as a main course. It typically consists of spiced cottage cheese and collard greens, which is a unique combination of flavors that is both savory and hearty. The spices used in the dish give it a distinct flavor that is both sweet and savory, and the collard greens provide a refreshing, crisp texture that complements the soft consistency of the cottage cheese. The dish is thought to have originated in the central and eastern parts of Ethiopia, where it is still commonly enjoyed today.

Instructions

1.Heat a large skillet over medium heat, and add the margarine, onion, garlic, and chile pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
2.Add ginger, cardamom, clove and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
3.Add the cut collard greens and cover with a lid. Cook for 10-12 minutes until the greens are wilted but still slightly crunchy.
4.Add cottage cheese, and mix well, cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the cheese is warmed through.

PROS

Gomen Kitfo is a highly nutritious dish, packed with protein and fiber.

The unique blend of spices in the dish give it a delicious, rich flavor.

Collard greens are an excellent source of vitamins and nutrients.

CONS

The flavors may be too strong for those who prefer milder dishes.

Some people might not enjoy the texture of cooked cottage cheese.

This dish may take some time to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Gomen Kitfo is a great source of protein, fiber, iron, calcium, and vitamins C and K.
The dish also contains cardamom, which has been linked to improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

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