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Southern Style Kale Greens

Cultural Context

Southern Style Kale Greens have deep roots in African American cuisine, originating from the necessity to use hardy greens that could withstand the Southern climate. Traditionally, these greens were cooked slowly with smoked meats, reflecting the resourcefulness of families during the post-Civil War era. Today, they are a staple at Southern gatherings and are celebrated for their rich flavor and nutritional benefits, often enjoyed alongside cornbread or as part of a larger meal.

Southern AmericanUSside
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup onions
1/2 cup shallots
1 cup tomatoes
1/2 cup celery
1 jalapeno
1/2 cup sweet peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups kale greens
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

smoked ham hock

🥗Healthier: turkey leg

💰Cheaper: bacon

Turkey leg offers a leaner option while bacon adds a smoky flavor.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Lemon juice provides acidity with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still providing healthy fats.

1

Take onions, shallots, tomatoes, celery, jalapeno, and sweet peppers and throw them into a food processor.

2

Finely chop the vegetables in the food processor.

3

Add the finely chopped vegetables into a pressure cooker with olive oil.

4

Saute the vegetables on low heat.

5

Slowly add in salted kale greens, ensuring the vegetables cover the kale greens.

6

Add additional seasoning such as garlic powder.

7

When the kale greens look wilted, put the lid on the pressure cooker.

8

Cook for 12 minutes on low.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

food processorpressure cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Also Known As

Kale GreensCollard Greens

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