Southern Collard Greens Recipe
Collard greens are a Southern treasure rooted in deep tradition. This Southern Collard Greens Recipe brings authentic flavor to your kitchen. It's hearty, rich, and perfect for family gatherings or Sunday dinners.
Equipment
- Large stockpot or Dutch oven
- Sharp chef’s knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Tongs or slotted spoon
- Colander
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh collard greens
- 1 large smoked ham hock
- 1 chopped yellow onion
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Wash collard greens in cold water.
- Remove stems and chop leaves.
- Heat oil in a large pot.
- Sauté onions until soft and golden.
- Add garlic and stir for one minute.
- Place ham hock into the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to boil.
- Add chopped greens a handful at once.
- Stir greens gently after each addition.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes over greens.
- Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours.
- Add vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Stir and taste for seasoning.
- Remove ham hock and shred meat.
- Return meat to the pot. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh greens for the best flavor.
- Clean greens thoroughly to remove grit.
- Simmer low and slow for tenderness.
- Add more broth if greens dry out.
- Let flavors meld overnight for leftovers.