BRAZILIAN COLLARD GREENS (COUVE A MINEIRA)

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A typical Brazilian collard green recipe. The greens are served with almost any meal, but are often considered essential to accompany the Brazilian national dish, feijoada completa.

Provided by Paleo

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch collard greens, ribs removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup diced bacon
½ onion, diced
2 tablespoons sea salt
3 cloves garlic, diced

Steps:

  • Gather collard leaves and roll into a log-shaped bundle; slice bundle crosswise into thin strips.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add collard greens; simmer until bright green, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in drained collard greens, onion, sea salt, and garlic; cook until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 2822.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Allisyn Donovan
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I'm not a big fan of collard greens, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The collard greens were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and complex. I especially liked the addition of the bacon and sausage.


conchita nalda
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I usually serve it with rice and black beans, but it would also be good with mashed potatoes or cornbread.


Dilan
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The collard greens are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and complex. I especially liked the addition of the bacon and sausage. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Charles Sweers
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This recipe is a must-try for collard greens lovers! The combination of flavors and textures is amazing. The collard greens are cooked to perfection and the sauce is rich and creamy. I especially liked the addition of the crispy shallots on top.


Anastacia-lee Matthys
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The collard greens are cooked in a flavorful sauce that makes them taste delicious. I usually serve it with rice and black beans, and my kids love it.


Brandon Castro
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I'm not a big fan of collard greens, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The collard greens were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and complex. I especially liked the addition of the bacon and sausage.


Melton Knight
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I usually serve it with rice and black beans, but it would also be good with mashed potatoes or cornbread.


Babar Umerzai
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The collard greens are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and complex. I especially liked the addition of the bacon and sausage. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Stala Zulu
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The collard greens are always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I love serving it with rice and black beans for a complete meal.


Linda Laura
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The collard greens are cooked in a flavorful sauce that makes them taste delicious. I usually serve it with rice and black beans, and my kids love it.


D_hermit Rushabwoy
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I'm not a big fan of collard greens, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The collard greens were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and complex. I especially liked the addition of the bacon and sausage.


Kyle Bishop
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I usually serve it with rice and black beans, but it would also be good with mashed potatoes or cornbread.


Franco lavin
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the collard greens and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Santana White
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The collard greens are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I served it with rice and black beans, and it was a hit with my family.


Ajaykumar Mandal
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The collard greens were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and complex. I especially liked the addition of the bacon and sausage. I will definitely be making thi


Gajanan Gajanan
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This recipe is a great way to use up collard greens from the garden. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this dish. The collard greens are tender and slightly bitter, while the bacon and sausage add a salty, smoky flavor. The crispy sha


Sanjay Acharjee
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The collard greens are cooked to perfection and the sauce is flavorful and rich. I usually serve it with rice and black beans for a complete meal.


Sama simo
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This recipe is a must-try for collard greens lovers! The addition of bacon and sausage gives it a smoky, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the tender greens. I also love the crispy shallots on top - they add a nice textural contrast.