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Collards with Toasted Coconut

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Collards with Toasted CoconutStephen Lewis

Shredded coconut, which is cut more finely than the thick flaked type called for here, will work in a pinch.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    25 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut
1/4 cup raw almonds
2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 bunches collard greens, center ribs and stems removed, leaves cut into 1" strips (about 16 cups)
1 cup torn fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon (or more) apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
Kosher salt
Crushed red pepper flakes

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread out coconut on a small rimmed baking sheet and toast, tossing occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes; transfer to a plate.

    Step 2

    Spread out almonds on same baking sheet and toast, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 8–10 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop.

    Step 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add collard greens a handful at a time, tossing until wilted between additions. Cook, tossing occasionally, until just tender, about 5 minutes longer. Add basil, vinegar, fish sauce, and soy sauce; season with salt, red pepper flakes, and more vinegar, if desired. Serve topped with coconut and almonds.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per serving: 200 calories
16 g fat
7 g fiber
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
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