Best 7 Kicking Southern Style Collard Greens Recipes

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Calling all collard greens enthusiasts! Embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the most восхитительный southern-style collard greens that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Get ready to explore the perfect blend of smoky, savory, and slightly tangy flavors, all coming together in one incredible dish. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, this guide will provide you with the essential tips, tricks, and an unbeatable recipe that will elevate your collard greens game to new heights. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and prepare to experience the true essence of Southern cuisine as we dive into the world of kicking southern-style collard greens.

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.

KICKIN' COLLARD GREENS



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If you like greens you will love this recipe. The bacon and onions give them a wonderful flavor. Add more red pepper for a little more spice.

Provided by Ken Adams

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 slices bacon
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups chicken broth
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 pound fresh collard greens, cut into 2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add bacon, and cook until crisp. Remove bacon from pan, crumble and return to the pan. Add onion, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, and cook until just fragrant. Add collard greens, and fry until they start to wilt.
  • Pour in chicken broth, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until greens are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1000.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

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

KICKING SOUTHERN STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Make and share this Kicking Southern Style Collard Greens recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lizlewis20

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 -4 slices bacon
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
3 cups chicken broth
1 lb fresh collard greens, cut into 2 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large pot of medium high heat. Add bacon, cook until crisp and remove from pan. Crumble and return to pan.
  • Add onion and cook with bacon until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add collard greens, cook until they start to wilt.
  • Add chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to boil, reduce hit, and simmer for about 45 minutes (until greens are tender).

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.

SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 smoked turkey wings
12 bunches collard greens, washed and cut
1/2 cup diced white onion
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup diced roasted red bell pepper
1 tablespoon butter-flavored oil
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoke flavoring
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Boil the smoked turkey wings in a large stock pot with 1 gallon of water for 20 minutes at medium heat. Add the collard greens to the pot and let them cook down for 10 to 15 minutes. Add the onions, green peppers, roasted red peppers, oil, salt, sugar, garlic powder, smoke flavoring, black pepper and cayenne pepper and stir. Cook over medium heat until the collards are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.

SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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An old family favorite from our time in the south. Even my husband, who is picky about his greens, enjoyed this recipe!

Provided by jd_2077

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package frozen collard greens or 1 bunch fresh collard greens
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, dried
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon vinegar
1 dash liquid smoke
1 ham hock
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Thaw collard greens if using frozen or rinse if using fresh.
  • Combine all ingredients in a medium sized sauce pan. Cook over low heat for about 45 minutes.
  • Discard ham hock.
  • Serve with salt, pepper, and Tabasco sauce to taste.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh collard greens: Look for collard greens that are deep green in color and have no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the collard greens thoroughly: Rinse the collard greens under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Remove the tough stems: Cut the tough stems from the collard greens, leaving only the tender leaves.
  • Chop the collard greens: Chop the collard greens into bite-sized pieces.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: Collard greens are a versatile dish that can be seasoned with a variety of spices and herbs. Some popular seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic, onion, paprika, and chili powder.
  • Cook the collard greens until tender: Collard greens should be cooked until they are tender, but still retain a slight crunch.
  • Serve the collard greens with your favorite sides: Collard greens are a delicious side dish that can be served with a variety of other dishes, such as fried chicken, pork chops, or black-eyed peas.

Conclusion:

Collard greens are a delicious and nutritious dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Collard greens are also a versatile dish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you choose to cook them Southern-style, with ham hocks and bacon, or in a more modern way, with olive oil and garlic, collard greens are sure to be a hit at your next meal.

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