Braised Collard Greens with Garlic and Shallot
These Braised Collard Greens with Garlic and Shallot are a classic southern dish with a ton of flavor. This version is meat-free and extra bright with the addition of fresh lemon.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch collard greens
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
Instructions
- Wash collard greens thoroughly. Hold stem in one hand and grab the leaf in the other. Strip the leaves from the stem, set aside. Complete with remaining greens.
- Chop green into bite-sized pieces. Precision isn't important here!
- In a medium pot with a tight-fitting lid, add olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add garlic, shallot, lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Add collard greens and toss to combine. Add chicken stock. Cover the pan and continue cooking for 30 minutes checking sporadically to ensure there's enough liquid, and adding a little more if needed.