Southern Mustard Greens Recipe
This Southern Mustard Greens recipe is simmered low and slow with smoked ham hocks (or turkey), savory broth, and a splash of vinegar. Tender, tangy, and soulful, perfect with cornbread or collard greens.
Servings: 8
Calories: 136kcal
Equipment
- 1 Dutch oven or large pot
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds fresh mustard greens, washed and chopped (stems removed)
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1-2 cups water, as needed
- 1 pound smoked turkey wings (or smoked ham hocks)
- ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (plus more to taste)
- Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven or stock pot, combine chicken broth, water, onion, garlic, and smoked ham hocks. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add chopped mustard greens, stir to combine, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender.
- Remove ham hocks from the pot. Shred the meat, discarding bones and excess fat. Return the meat to the pot.
- Stir in vinegar, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with cornbread or alongside fried chicken.
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Nutrition
Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 668mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3435IU | Vitamin C: 82mg | Calcium: 149mg | Iron: 3mg
