Andrew James
@jamand
Southern-Style Collard Greens
This Southern-Style Collard Greens recipe features tender greens cooked with savory bacon, sweet brown sugar, and tangy apple cider vinegar, creating a delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. It's a comforting and nutritious addition to your table, ideal for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:9
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time50 min.
- Total time70 min.
- Servings5
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 2 slices
- 1 1/4 cups
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 pinch
- 4 pounds
- to taste
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Southern-Style Collard Greens.
Step 1
In a spacious pot, sauté the diced red onion and crispy bacon over medium-high heat until the onion becomes soft and translucent, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
Step 2
Next, pour in the chicken stock, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
Step 3
Stir the mixture well and let it simmer until the brown sugar fully dissolves, roughly 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 4
Gradually add half of the collard greens to the pot, then lower the heat to medium and cook until the greens begin to wilt, around 10 minutes.
Step 5
Incorporate the remaining collard greens, tossing everything together.
Step 6
Allow the mixture to simmer over medium-low heat until the greens are tender, which will take about 30 minutes.
Step 7
Finally, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors that come together in this delightful dish.