Welcome to the ultimate guide to cooking green beans and ham hocks, a classic Southern dish that combines the smoky, savory flavors of ham hocks with the tender-crisp goodness of green beans. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will provide you with the tips, techniques, and inspiration you need to create a delicious and memorable meal.
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GREEN BEANS AND HAM HOCKS
It has been cold and snowing here. Just the right weather for soups and comfort food. These green beans and ham hocks are so good. They do not need any added spices or seasoning but you can add them if you desire. There is no need to add salt to these since the ham hocks/shanks are already salty. I am sensitive to pepper so I did not add any to these but you can if you want to. I just don't know how much to add. They can be served as a meal with cornbread or as a side dish with meat This can easily be turned into soup by adding other vegetables. Cook time varies according to your crockpot. When I lower my 3.5 quart crockpot to low, it does not boil or even simmer so I cook these on high the whole time. Stovetop method time is approximate. These smell so good while they cook.
Provided by AuntWoofieWoof
Categories Ham
Time 6h30m
Yield 4-5 hearty servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Snap or cut green beans in one inch pieces.
- Rinse off with cold water and place them in a crockpot or large pan.
- Trim outer skin and fat from the ham hocks/shanks.
- Cut into smaller pieces if possible Cut around the bones but do not remove them.
- Place in the crockpot/pan with the green beans and mix well.
- Pour the beer and broth in and mix well again.
- Crockpot method:Cook on high for 5-6 hours.
- Stovetop method:Cook on high until it boils and then lower heat and simmer for 5-6 hours The longer these cook, the better they taste.
- Serve in bowls.
COUNTRY GREEN BEANS AND HAM
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, with a lid, over medium heat, add the oil. Season the ham with black pepper. Add the ham and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside. Add the onions. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 2 minutes. Add the reserved ham and beans back to the pan. Cover the beans completely with water. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat to medium low, partially cover and cook for 2 hours. Remove from the heat and reseason if necessary
GREEN BEANS WITH HAM HOCK AND NEW POTATOES
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h33m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large pot, fill with enough water to just cover ham hocks and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 45 minutes. Add beans and sugar and continue cooking another 25 minutes. Add potatoes and salt and cook until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes more. Remove hocks from pot and remove meat from the bone. Add meat back to the pot, add salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.
DOWN-SOUTH STYLE GREEN BEANS
This recipe can also be cooked in a crock pot, and simmered all day. If fresh green beans are not available, use frozen. Just good ol' Southern style green beans with FLAVA!!
Provided by Paula Stotts
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 3h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the water, ham hock, and lard in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season with seasoning salt, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and add green beans. Simmer covered for about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 26.7 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 369.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
GREEN BEANS AND HAM
A one-pot dish of green beans, red new potatoes, onions, and ham steak. My husband loves this and would eat it every night if he could.
Provided by dalzac
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place ham steak, potatoes, green beans, onion, and butter in a large pot with just enough water to cover. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1553.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
GREEN BEANS WITH POTATOES AND HAM
You can make the ham broth and shred the ham hocks a day ahead. The next day, reheat to simmering, and cook the potatoes and green beans.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 2h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine ham hocks, onion, garlic, celery, thyme, bay leaf, chile, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and the water in a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Transfer ham hocks to a plate. Discard chile, and add potatoes to pot; simmer until just tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- When ham hocks are cool enough to handle, pull meat off bones (discard bones), shred into bite-size pieces, and return to pot. Add green beans, and return to a simmer. Cover, and cook until beans are just tender, about 8 minutes. Season with pepper. Serve vegetables and meat with a slotted spoon; reserve broth for another use. If storing leftovers, store in broth.
CROCK POT GREEN BEANS & HAM
I came up with this recipe when I had an abundance of fresh green beans. After canning 30 quarts, I knew I needed to find something else to do with all those beans! It's easy to prepare and one of my family's "comfort food" favorites. NOTE: not every crockpot cooks the same. My Rival crock pot is 20 years old and on the "high" setting food actually comes to a low boil. If your crock pot does not get that hot, then you will need to adjust for a longer cooking time.
Provided by LainieBug
Time 4h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place cut up ham hock in crock pot.
- Rinse beans and snap into halves or thirds.
- Place beans over ham.
- Place chopped onion and minced garlic over bean/ham mixture.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Pour chicken broth over all.
- Cover and cook on high 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.3, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 1.3, Sodium 1088.2, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 9, Protein 10.2
Tips:
- Choose the Right Ham Hocks: Select meaty ham hocks with plenty of fat and connective tissue for maximum flavor.
- Soak the Ham Hocks: Soaking the ham hocks in cold water for several hours or overnight helps to remove excess salt and impurities.
- Simmer, Don't Boil: Maintain a gentle simmer throughout the cooking process to prevent the ham hocks from becoming tough.
- Use a Large Pot: Choose a pot large enough to accommodate the ham hocks and other ingredients comfortably.
- Season Generously: Don't be shy with the seasonings. Experiment with various herbs, spices, and aromatics to create a flavorful broth.
- Add Vegetables Gradually: Add vegetables like green beans, potatoes, and carrots at different times to ensure they cook evenly.
- Thicken the Broth: If desired, thicken the broth by adding a cornstarch or flour slurry towards the end of cooking.
- Serve with Sides: Accompany the green beans and ham hocks with cornbread, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
Green beans and ham hocks is a classic Southern dish that combines smoky, savory ham hocks with tender green beans in a flavorful broth. With careful selection of ingredients and attention to cooking techniques, you can create a hearty and comforting meal that is sure to be enjoyed by the whole family. Experiment with different seasonings and vegetables to customize the recipe to your own taste preferences. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, green beans and ham hocks is a delicious and satisfying dish that showcases the best of Southern cuisine.
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