Name: Slow-Simmered Smoky Southern Collard Greens
Prep time: PT-493433H34M27S
Cook time: PT-493433H34M27S
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 pounds collard greens; 1 pound smoked meat (such as chicken or ham hocks); 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves minced garlic; 1 cup chopped onions; 1 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 4 cups chicken stock

Description

This dish features vibrant collard greens simmered with smoky meat and spices, delivering a delightful flavor. Perfect for a quick dinner or a healthy meal that feels like comfort food!

Ingredients

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2 pounds collard greens
1 pound smoked meat (such as chicken or ham hocks)
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 cups chicken stock

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Instructions

Prep the collard greens by soaking and washing them, then patting them dry. Roll each leaf and cut into pieces.
Season the chicken or smoked meat with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, making sure it's well coated.
Heat olive oil in a large dutch pot over medium-high heat and sear the marinated meat for 3-4 minutes on each side, then set aside.
In the same pot, add olive oil, minced garlic, onions, and red bell pepper. Sauté until tender, about 1-2 minutes.
Stir in remaining seasoning: salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground mustard, and red pepper flakes.
Add collard greens to the pot along with remaining ingredients, mixing until the greens begin to wilt. Cover and bring to boil for 4-5 minutes.
Reduce heat to low, return the meat to the pot, cover and simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Check for tenderness; if greens are not tender enough and liquid is low, add more chicken stock.
Once cooked to your liking, adjust salt to taste and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

If greens dry out too quickly, add extra chicken stock.
For best flavor, allow the dish to simmer longer if time permits.
Serve with cornbread or other traditional Southern sides for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 250
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 70mg