Collard Greens Slow Cooked In Smoked Ham Hock Broth Recipe
Make Collard Greens Slow Cooked In Smoked Ham Hock Broth Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Collard Greens
Wash the collard greens thoroughly under running water. Remove the tough stems and cut the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Chop the Onion and Garlic
Peel and chop the onion into small pieces. Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Onion and Garlic
In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the Ham Hock and Broth
Add the smoked ham hock to the pot, followed by the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 5
Simmer the Broth
Cover the pot and let the broth simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes to infuse the flavors of the ham hock.
- 6
Add the Collard Greens
After 30 minutes, add the prepared collard greens to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 7
Season the Greens
Add red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir the mixture well to ensure the greens are evenly seasoned.
- 8
Cook the Collard Greens
Cover the pot again and let the collard greens cook on low heat for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the greens are tender.
- 9
Finish with Vinegar
Once the greens are tender, stir in the apple cider vinegar. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.