Lemon Sesame Glazed Greens

Recipe courtesy Alton Brown, 2005

Show: Good EatsEpisode: Field of Greens

Rated: 4 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (20)

RECIPE
COMMENTS & REVIEWS(20)

Cook Time:
7 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 servings

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 7 min
Total:: 22 min

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Ingredients

1 to 1 1/4 pounds stemmed hearty greens, mustard greens, or kale
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, zested
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Remove any large stems from the greens and wash them thoroughly; do so in a sink with at least 5 inches of water. Moving the leaves around in the water and allowing them to sit for a few minutes to allow the sand or dirt to fall to the bottom of the sink. Once clean, roughly chop the greens. You should have 1 to 1 1/4 pounds finished greens once they are stemmed. (Weigh the greens after stemming, but before washing.)

Heat a large 13 by 11-inch roasting pan set over 2 burners on medium heat. Once hot, add the olive oil. Add the garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Add the greens and saute for 4 to 5 minutes, tossing continually. Add the red pepper flakes and the sesame seeds. Toss to combine. Adjust seasoning, if needed. Serve immediately.

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recipe Lemon Sesame Glazed Greens
Melissa Mingoville, PA 03-16-2009
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Loved it - then hated it....what did I do wrong!
Rated: 3 stars out of 5

First time I made this I used Mustard greens and it was great - we really enjoyed it. That was several months ago. I just... make it again using the same and it came out bitter and chewy. Wondering if I didn't cook it long enough or even over cooked it! I didn't have fresh lemons so had no zest and used bottled lemon juice. I also used sea salt instead of kosher salt..... I'm bummed as I get tired eating spinach, etc. all over again. I'll try it next time wth Kale.Read more
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Anonymous 06-11-2008
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delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I LOVED this recipe. I didn't have sesame seeds and forgot to put the red pepper flakes in....but I have kale growing in my... garden and hope cook it this way throughout the summer!Read more
recipe Lemon Sesame Glazed Greens
Anonymous 04-14-2008
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Quick and delicious
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Quick and delicious, this turns out a lovely tangy dish.
recipe Lemon Sesame Glazed Greens
Patricia Philadelphia, PA 03-24-2008
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Very simple and tasty
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I cook greens every week since I have a history of anemia. I get bored with the same recipes every week so I have been... searching for a new addition to my repertoire. I am very happy with the way this came out. I made the recipe with mustard greens (first time trying them) but next time will use my favorite green, kale.Read more
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CHLOE Chicago, IL 03-13-2008
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So disappointing
Rated: 1 stars out of 5

I love greens and sauteed greens, but this turned out horrible. wayyyyyy too much salt. i'm sorry alton! i swear, i really... do love you.Read more
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Anonymous 03-09-2008
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Roasting with Peas
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Great recipe. It's a really nice way to enjoy kale. The suggestion to use the roasting pan over two burners makes it so much... easier to cook the kale. If I may be so bold to suggest an alternative in the recipe, I would suggest adding a can of rinsed black eyed peas (canned) right after the greens. Nice way to add some protien to the dish and some good additional flavor. (Not totally my idea, kale and BEPs is the basis of a Syrian dish called 'sleek').Read more