For an even deeper flavor, consider using smoked turkey legs instead of ham hocks. Adjust the amount of apple cider vinegar and sugar to suit your personal taste preferences. Serve these collard greens as a side dish with classic Southern meals or alongside grilled meats for a comforting and flavorful experience.
Southern-Style Collard Greens
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME3 hrs
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING10 People
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Experience a taste of the South with these deeply flavorful collard greens. Slow-simmered to perfection with smoked ham hocks, they offer a tender, comforting, and unforgettable side dish.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Cholesterol34 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium1687 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Gather all ingredients.
02 Step
Recipe View In a large stockpot, combine the finely chopped sweet onions, smoked ham hocks, and minced garlic. Pour in the chicken broth to fully submerge the ingredients. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Allow it to cook gently until the meat from the ham hocks is tender and easily falling off the bone. This process typically takes 1 to 2 hours, infusing the broth with rich, smoky flavors.
04 Step
Recipe View Once the ham hocks are tender, stir in the trimmed collard greens, apple cider vinegar, white sugar, salt, and ground black pepper. Ensure that the greens are well-mixed with the broth mixture. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Continue to cook the greens until they reach your desired tenderness. This usually takes about 2 more hours, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Thomas Raynor
Mar 14, 2025The simmering time is key! Don't rush it. They need that time to get tender and flavorful.
Abel Weissnat
Dec 1, 2024I added a little bit of hot sauce and it was the perfect amount of spice!
Pierce Windler
Oct 16, 2024This is the closest I've come to my grandmother's recipe. Thank you!
Aiyana Shanahan
Sep 16, 2024I used frozen collard greens and they turned out just as good as fresh. Great recipe!
Eulalia Murazik
Jul 28, 2024These collard greens were amazing! The ham hocks added such a depth of flavor.
Joanne Hayes
Jan 13, 2024Very easy to follow and the results were delicious. Will definitely make again.
Johnson Bailey
Nov 1, 2022I’ve never liked collard greens until I tried this recipe!
Christophe Rowe
Sep 30, 2022The apple cider vinegar really brightens up the dish. A must-try!