Simple Meals for Lent :: Vary amin'anana

 Photo by Philip Laubner/CRS

This recipe was submitted by Catholic Relief Services.   "Sample the food of the Operation Rice Bowl featured-countries with your family and friends by preparing a simple, meatless recipe shared with us by the people we serve around the world. "

Vary amin’anana

from Madagascar

Hot rice served with fresh greens and juicy tomatoes. A dash of ginger makes this a fragrant and delicious dish.  

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
• ½ small onion, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 3 cups collard greens, thinly sliced
• 1 cup rice
• 2 cups water
• salt, to taste

Directions:

Heat oil in a medium pot. Add onion, ginger, and tomato. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until tender. Add greens and stir for 1 minute. Add water and bring to a boil. Add the rice and salt. Cover and cook on medium heat for 30 minutes or until water is absorbed.

Makes 4-5 servings

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