Braised Greens with Garlic
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
2 bunches fresh summer greens, about 8 cups, washed and coarsely
chopped. This could include a mixture of Asian greens, or mustard, collards,
turnip greens, beet greens, kale - any toothy substantial green will do.
1-2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/8 cup water or vegetable broth
Salt to taste
Optional flavorings: Sesame oil, plum vinegar, tamari
Optional toppings: sesame seeds, chopped almonds or walnuts, toasted
pumpkin seeds
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add greens and garlic,
stirring to coat with oil. Stir occasionally until greens are barely wilted, just a
few minutes.
Add vegetable broth or water and stir, allowing greens to steam until barely
tender. Salt to taste.
Add flavorings and toppings as desired and serve.