Collard Greens Recipe
Slow-cooked with smoked ham hocks.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasonings and Aromatics
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Collard Greens
Rinse the collard greens thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Chop the Onion and Garlic
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté Aromatics
In a large pot or Dutch oven, add a little oil and heat over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Add Ham Hocks and Broth
Add the smoked ham hocks to the pot, followed by the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Cook the Collard Greens
Once boiling, add the chopped collard greens to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally until the greens are tender.
- 6
Season to Taste
After the cooking time, taste the greens and add salt and black pepper to taste. If desired, stir in apple cider vinegar and sugar for added flavor.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Collard Greens
Remove the ham hocks from the pot. Serve the collard greens hot, garnished with additional pepper if desired. You can shred the meat from the ham hocks and mix it back into the greens or serve it on the side.