Southern Style Braised Collard Greens

Dive into a taste of the South with this flavorful and nostalgic recipe.

Nutrition

Per serving: 236.16 calories, 9.27g protein, 16.89g fat, 12.09g carb, 5.32g dietary fiber, 5.61g saturated fat, 2.24g total sugar, 0.0g added sugar

Significant source for: Calcium, Manganese, Vitamin A, Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol), Vitamin C, Vitamin K (phylloquinone), Folate.

ingredients

4 Servings

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 ounces diced pancetta

1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 (1 lb) package collard greens, divided

1 1/2 cups chicken stock, divided

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 tablespoon Tabasco sauce

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

preparation

step 1.

Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add pancetta, cook, stirring frequently until fully cooked and fat has rendered out, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add onion and garlic, cook, until softened and fragrant 5 to 7 minutes.

step 2.

Add half of the collard greens and ½ cup chicken stock, stir to combine, cover and cook until greens begin to wilt 2 to 3 minutes. Add remaining collard greens and remaining 1 cup chicken stock, cover, cook 4 to 5 minutes.

step 3.

Uncover, add lemon juice, Tabasco, salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine and serve immediately.