Brazilian Collard Greens (Couve a Mineira)

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.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 129 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Gather collard leaves and roll into a log-shaped bundle; slice bundle crosswise into thin strips.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add collard greens; simmer until bright green, about 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

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.