POTLIKKER NOODLES WITH MUSTARD GREENS
Just as Italians save their pasta cooking water to enrich their sauces, Southerners serve the smoky cooking liquid, a.k.a. potlikker, along with braised greens. This dish marries both traditions. Season with a light hand, as the broth will become saltier as it reduces.
Provided by Jason Alley
Categories Pasta Dinner Ham Winter Mustard Greens Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ham hock and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, garlic, and bay leaves; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add vinegar and stir, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in hot sauce and sugar. Add broth and reserved mustard green stems and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is reduced to 2 cups, 1-2 hours. Set a sieve over a large bowl or measuring cup. Strain potlikker into bowl. Pick and reserve the meat from the ham hock to add to the noodles later, if desired. Discard skin, bone, and remaining solids in sieve. Set potlikker aside. DO AHEAD: Potlikker and ham can be made 2 days ahead. Chill separately until cold; cover and keep chilled.
- Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Add shallots and reserved picked meat, if using; cook, stirring occasionally, until shallots are soft, 4-5 minutes. Pour off any excess fat in pan. Increase heat to medium-high; add greens and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted. Add potlikker, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon, and bring to a boil. Add noodles; toss to coat, and heat through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer noodle mixture to serving bowls and sprinkle with Pecorino.
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awais khan
[email protected]I'm not a fan of ham, but I loved this dish. The potlikker noodles were so flavorful and the mustard greens were cooked to perfection.
Thabani Madlala
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham. The potlikker noodles are so flavorful and the ham adds a nice smoky flavor.
miya howze
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook mustard greens, and this recipe is a great one. The potlikker noodles add a nice touch of flavor and the sauce is delicious.
Brian Bryant
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their greens. My kids loved the potlikker noodles and they even asked for seconds.
Happy Prosper
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my potlikker noodles turned out mushy. I think I might have overcooked them.
Shaimaa Khattab
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The potlikker noodles are so flavorful and the mustard greens are cooked to perfection.
joel Betancourt Roman
[email protected]I've never had potlikker noodles before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It's a unique and tasty dish.
Noah Benton
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover potlikker.
Md Meherab
[email protected]I'm not a fan of mustard greens, but I loved this dish! The potlikker noodles were so flavorful and the sauce was perfect.
Mr Mehedi
[email protected]The potlikker noodles were a little bland for my taste, but the mustard greens were delicious.
Ashfaq Lashari
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this dish. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. The result is a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ed Parrish
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The potlikker noodles were flavorful and comforting, and the mustard greens added a nice touch of bitterness. I'll definitely be making this again.