World Flavors Cookbook

Collard Greens with Ham Hock

Slow-simmered collard greens in a smoky "pot likker" seasoned with smoked ham hocks and red pepper flakes.

Cuisine: United States

Ingredients

• Fresh collard greens, stemmed and chopped
• Smoked ham hock
• Chicken stock
• Apple cider vinegar
• Red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Simmer the ham hock in stock for 1 hour to create the base broth.
2. Add the greens, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
3. Simmer on low for another 1-2 hours until greens are very tender.
4. Shred the meat from the hock and mix back in.