RICE WITH COLLARD GREENS RELISH

Rice with Collard Greens Relish image

This is a staple in my country of origin, Zimbabwe. It is served with sadza; a cornmeal-based stiff porridge that is used like rice or potatoes in other cultures. -Loveness Murinda, Upland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 large bunch collard greens (about 2 pounds)
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (8.8 ounces each) ready-to-serve long grain rice

Steps:

Remove and discard center ribs and stems from collard greens. Cut leaves into 1-in. pieces. In a Dutch oven, cook onion and garlic in oil over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes., Stir in water, tomatoes, curry powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Add collard greens in batches; cook and stir until they begin to wilt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender, 10-15 minutes. Prepare rice according to package directions. Serve with collard greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 8g protein.