Phyllis’s Braised Collard Greens

Phyllis's braised collard greens, cooked low and slow with ham hocks, are meltingly tender and delicious.

oval gray platter with braised collard greens and ham hock
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 15 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 35 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 pounds smoked ham hocks

  • 3 pounds collard greens - cleaned, stems removed, cut into 1/4-inch strips 

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place smoked ham hocks in a large pot and add 4 cups of water. Cover and simmer over low heat until meat nearly pulls away from the bone, and the skin is a little tender, about 1 hour. 

  2. Remove ham hocks from the pot. Add collards and red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until tender, about 1 hour. Add ham hocks back in and cook for another 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

427 Calories
22g Fat
13g Carbs
45g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 427
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 138mg 46%
Sodium 206mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 9g 33%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 45g 91%
Vitamin C 42mg 46%
Calcium 343mg 26%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 794mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.