Aromatic Wilted Greens With Coconut Milk

From the kitchen of Carly

Garlic, ginger, and chile infuse coconut oil before collards and kale tumble in, wilting into something deeply savory. A splash of coconut milk brings richness without heaviness. Crisp-tender greens that taste like comfort, not obligation.

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Servings
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Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 12 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
  • 14 garlic cloves, lightly crushed
  • 12 small shallots, chopped
  • 11 red chile (such as Fresno), thinly sliced
  • 11 (1-inch) piece ginger, peeled, thinly sliced into matchsticks
  • 11 bunch scallions, thinly sliced, divided
  • 1Kosher salt
  • 11 bunch small kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn
  • 11 bunch small collard greens, ribs and stems removed, leaves sliced 1-inch thick
  • 11/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk, divided
  • 1Lime wedges (for serving)

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. 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 to 8 minutes. Add half of coconut milk and toss to coat.

  2. Transfer greens to a serving bowl and top with remaining coconut milk and scallions. Serve with lime wedges.