Collard Greens with Ham Hocks

Collard Greens with Ham Hocks

These collard greens are simmered with ham hocks and bacon in a seasoned broth for tons of flavor, making them the perfect side to any Southern main dish.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
2 hr 15 mins
Total Time
2 hr 35 mins
Calories
236 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add onion and saute until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
Step 2
Add chicken stock, water, ham hocks, vinegar, and peppercorns to the pot. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
Step 3
Strain solids out of the pot and increase heat to high. Add collards and return to a boil. Add bacon and reduce heat to a simmer. Continue to simmer until greens are tender, about 1 hour.
Step 4
Ladle collards into bowls with a little stock and serve.
Collard Greens with Ham Hocks

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 smoked ham hocks
  • 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 (32 fluid ounce) containers chicken stock
  • 2 bunches collard greens - rinsed, trimmed, and chopped
  • 6 slices chopped cooked bacon
  • 0.5 medium white onion, chopped

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