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Southern-Style Collard Greens with Smoked Ham Hocks

Cultural Context

Collard greens are a staple of Southern cuisine, often associated with African American culinary traditions. They are typically prepared with smoked meats, which add depth and richness to the dish. In Southern households, collard greens are often served on New Year's Day for good luck, symbolizing wealth and prosperity. Today, this dish is enjoyed across the United States and has inspired various adaptations, reflecting regional tastes and available ingredients.

Southern AmericanUSside
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb smoked pork neckbones
4 cups chicken stock
1 lb collard greens

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

smoked ham hocks

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Turkey ham reduces fat while maintaining flavor

1

Start with pre-washed and cut collard greens.

2

Add smoked pork neckbones to a pot.

3

Pour in chicken stock over the pork neckbones.

4

Cook the pork neckbones in the chicken stock for about 30 to 45 minutes to extract flavor.

5

After cooking, add collard greens to the pot with the pork neckbones and stock.

6

Let the greens cook down without adding seasoning initially.

7

Taste the stock after the greens have cooked down for another 30 to 45 minutes before adding any seasoning.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

sulfites

Also Known As

Collard GreensSouthern Collards

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