Best 7 Collards Southern Style Recipes

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Collard greens, a staple of Southern cuisine, have been enjoyed for generations. Their hearty flavor and versatility make them a favored side dish or main course. With a variety of cooking methods and recipes to choose from, finding the best way to prepare collards southern style can be an exciting culinary adventure. Whether you prefer slow-cooked greens simmering in a pot on the stovetop, or a quick sauté with bacon and onions, there's a recipe to suit every taste and preference. In this article, we'll explore the secrets to cooking collards southern style, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to create a dish that is both delicious and memorable.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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There are many delicious ways to cook collard greens, but this is the way we do it in the South.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Time 2h20m

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 hickory-smoked bacon slices, finely chopped
2 medium-size sweet onions, finely chopped
¾ pound smoked ham, chopped
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 (32-oz.) containers chicken broth
3 (1-lb.) packages fresh collard greens, washed and trimmed
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon table salt
¾ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon over medium heat in a 10-qt. stockpot for 10 to 12 minutes or until almost crisp.
  • Add onion to stockpot, and sauté 8 minutes. Add garlic and ham, and sauté 1 minute. Stir in broth, collard greens, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 2 hours or until desired degree of tenderness.

SOUTHERN STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Southern Collard Greens, a side dish served in Southern homes all year round. It's a traditional favorite for New Years Day as the greens are supposed to bring wealth for the New Year. Easy to prepare with this recipe.

Provided by Steve Gordon

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 - Pound of fresh Collard Greens, washed well and chopped.
1 - Smoked Ham Hock (about 4oz) or fat back, hog jowl or streak-o-lean
1 - Medium Onion, chopped
2 - Cloves of Garlic, chopped
1 - teaspoon of Black Pepper
1 - Tablespoon of Salt
1 - Tablespoon of Sugar
1 - Tablespoon of Texas Pete Hot Sauce
1 - Tablespoon of Butter
3 - Quarts of Water

Steps:

  • Place 3 cups of water in a large pot and bring to a boil.
  • Wash and scrub the Ham Hock well, cut into sections and add to the boiling water.
  • Let Ham Hock simmer for about 30 minutes on medium heat.
  • Wash the collard greens scrubbing each leaf under cool running water until clean.
  • Fold each collard leaf in half, either in your hand or on your cutting board.
  • Pull the leaf section away from the stem. Discard stems.
  • Stack a couple of leaves together on your cutting board.
  • Begin at one end and roll the leaves up tightly. Then, cut lengthwise down the center of the roll.
  • Squeeze the cut sections back together, rotate and cut the roll into about 3/4 inch slices.
  • Add leaves to the pot a little at a time, let them cook down a minute and then add more.
  • Reduce heat to a low simmer, leave the pot uncovered and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Chop the onions and chop or mince the garlic cloves.
  • In a small saucepan on medium low heat, add the butter and let it melt.
  • Add the chopped onions and garlic to the butter and sauté until onions are translucent.
  • Add the cooked onions and garlic to your stock pot with the collard leaves.
  • Add salt, sugar, black pepper and Texas Pete Hot Sauce in amounts listed. Stir well.
  • Let simmer another 15 minutes or until the collards are as tender as you prefer.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove the greens and place in a bowl. Let the liquid continue to simmer.
  • Chop the greens into smaller pieces but not to the point of being mushy.
  • Remove the ham hock, chop the meatier portions into small pieces and return to the liquid.
  • Return the chopped collard greens to the liquid and stir well.
  • Keep warm until ready to serve.

SOUTHERN STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Southern-style greens like my mama use to make.

Provided by tybright31

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 4h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 sweet onions, finely chopped
2 smoked ham hocks
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 (32 ounce) containers chicken broth
3 (1 pound) packages collard greens, trimmed
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine onions, ham hocks, and garlic in a stockpot; add chicken broth. Cook mixture over medium heat until meat is falling off the bone, about 2 hours.
  • Stir collard greens, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper into the broth mixture; cook until greens have reached desired tenderness, about 2 more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 33.9 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1686.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Brown 4 slices diced bacon in a pot; drain on paper towels. Add 1 cup diced onion to the pot and cook 3 minutes. Add 1 pound thawed frozen collard greens, 1 cup chicken broth and water to cover; simmer 20 minutes. Stir in the bacon, some butter, salt and pepper.

VEGETARIAN "SOUTHERN-STYLE" COLLARD GREENS



Vegetarian

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 pound collard greens, chopped
3 cups vegetable stock
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and butter. Saute the onions until slightly softened, about 2 minutes, then add the red pepper flakes and garlic, cook another minute. Add collard greens and cook another minute. Add the vegetable stock, cover and bring to a simmer. Cook until greens are tender, about 40 minutes. Add tomatoes and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

VEGETARIAN SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Great greens without the meat! Adapted from Sunny Anderson from the show Cooking for Real,Episode: Carolina On My Mind!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 55m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste)
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 lb collard greens, chopped
3 cups vegetable stock
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
smoked paprika (optional)
apple cider vinegar (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and butter. Saute the onions until slightly softened, about 2 minutes, then add the red pepper flakes and garlic, cook another minute. Add collard greens and cook another minute. Add the vegetable stock, cover and bring to a simmer. Cook until greens are tender, about 45 minutes. Add tomatoes and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add a little smoked paprika and cider vinegar to taste if desired. Enjoy!

SOUTHERN COLLARD GREENS



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A must-eat dish on New Year's day.

Provided by Tina V. Hare

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 3h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ quarts water
1 ½ pounds ham hocks
4 pounds collard greens, rinsed and trimmed
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ cup vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the water and the ham hock in a large pot with a tight-fitting lid. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and simmer covered for 30 minutes.
  • Add the collards and the hot pepper flakes the pot. Simmer covered for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the vegetable oil and simmer covered for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 130.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh collard greens: Look for leaves that are deep green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the collard greens thoroughly: Rinse them under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Remove the tough stems: Cut the stems off the collard greens, leaving only the leaves.
  • Chop the collard greens: Cut the leaves into 1-inch pieces.
  • Use a large pot: Collard greens will wilt down a lot during cooking, so it's important to use a large pot to prevent them from overcrowding.
  • Add a ham hock or smoked turkey neck: This will add a delicious smoky flavor to the collard greens.
  • Season the collard greens well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Cook the collard greens until tender: This will take about 1-2 hours, depending on the age of the greens.
  • Serve the collard greens hot: They can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Collard greens are a delicious and nutritious Southern dish that is easy to make. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy a delicious pot of collard greens that will warm your soul. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give collard greens a try.

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