Southern Collard Greens
How to make the best Southern Collard Greens! Full of flavorful ingredients and easy to make
Prep: 60min
Total: 120min
Yield: 5
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 2 bunches fresh collard greens ( (see note))
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup finely diced onions
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4-5 cups chicken broth ((can replace 1 cup with water if desired))
- 1 fully-cooked smoked turkey leg or wing ((about 13 oz))
- 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
- Applewood smoked salt & black pepper, to season
Instruction:
- Tear the greens into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
- Serve collard greens with pieces of the smoked turkey leg and hot sauce if desired.
Southern Collard Greens w/Smoked Turkey Legs | Collard Greens Recipe
FAQ
How do you get the bitterness out of collard greens?
Blanch Them
Blanching your greens is key to getting that bitterness level down. Because glucosinolates are water-soluble compounds, a lot of them are leached out into the water, allowing for a less bitter green.
Why do you put vinegar in collard greens?
The vinegar adds additional flavor and will also cut out any bitterness. I like to allow people to add the vinegar to the amount that they want. Traditionally you would serve the collard greens with apple cider vinegar, but some people like white vinegar, and some people like hot sauce.
How long does it take for collard greens to get tender?
Add collard greens to the pot and stir them into the cooking liquid. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently, uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours until greens are your desired tenderness.
How long are you supposed to soak collard greens?
Let the greens soak for 20-30 minutes, giving them a good scrub midway. The vinegar and salt will help loosen & remove any dirt, grit and bring out any bugs hiding in the greens. Drain the water and soak again in plain water (1-2 times) if the water is dirty and gritty.
