Collards with Toasted Coconut

Ingredients for Collards with Toasted Coconut

• 35g unsweetened flaked coconut

• 60ml raw almonds

• 2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil

• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

• 3 bunches collard greens, centre 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

How to make Collards with Toasted Coconut

Preheat oven to 177°C. Spread out coconut on a small rimmed baking sheet and toast, tossing occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes; transfer to a plate.

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

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.

Disclaimer

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